French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot issued a formal demand on Saturday for Israeli authorities to apprehend and prosecute a group of settlers involved in an attack on a French official. The victim, Bernard Baudoux, who serves as the mayor of Aulnoye-Aymeries, was reportedly assaulted while visiting the West Bank.

In a statement released via social media, Barrot condemned the incident, labeling the actions of the settlers as "revolting" and "criminal violence." The French government is urging Israeli officials to take immediate steps to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice and to implement measures to prevent further violence against visitors in the region.

While the French government has been vocal in its condemnation, the Israeli government has not yet issued a formal response regarding the specific arrest status of the individuals involved. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the West Bank, where clashes between settlers and international visitors or activists have become a point of diplomatic friction. As of now, the details regarding the extent of the mayor's injuries and the specific circumstances leading up to the confrontation remain limited to the reports provided by French officials.