Similar embargoes were imposed by the US and UK in 1971 and 1973, respectively, further pushing Israel to spearhead its military modernization program.
In Europe, leaders pledged their support for victims of Oct. 7 with varying levels of pressure for a ceasefire.
"We will not forget the fallen, the hostages, and the families whose hearts are broken from their absence or the expectation of return," Macron wrote.
As tensions mount between the two countries, Macron stresses solidarity with Israel and calls for a ceasefire.
Until this weekend, France was hiding behind the posture that it is “just following orders” - just as it did in the 1940s.
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