On August 7, 2025, Israeli airline El Al reported that its Paris office was vandalized with antisemitic graffiti, describing the incident as 'deeply disturbing.'

The graffiti, discovered early that morning, included phrases such as 'El Al genocide airline' spray-painted in red across the office's glass doors and walls.

El Al confirmed that the office was unoccupied at the time of the vandalism and that no injuries occurred.

This attack comes amidst rising diplomatic tensions following French President Emmanuel Macron's recent commitment to recognize a Palestinian state, a decision that has faced strong opposition from Israel.

Israel's Foreign Ministry condemned the act as antisemitic and called on the French government to protect El Al's employees and to bring those responsible to justice.

Israeli Transportation Minister Miri Regev criticized Macron's policies towards Hamas, linking the vandalism to his announcements and suggesting that such actions could escalate to attacks on other airlines.

This incident reflects a broader trend of increasing antisemitic incidents in France, particularly following the October 7 Hamas attacks in Israel, which have raised alarm among Jewish communities.

Past incidents of anti-Jewish vandalism in Paris have included attacks on synagogues and memorials, raising concerns about rising antisemitism in the country.

El Al condemned all forms of violence driven by hatred and emphasized their national pride, noting that their planes display the Israeli flag.

The airline is addressing the situation seriously and is working closely with French and Israeli authorities in response to the vandalism.

France is home to the largest Jewish community in Western Europe, with approximately 500,000 Jews, which is about 1% of the French population.

Authorities have noted similarities between this incident and previous antisemitic vandalism in Paris, leading to speculation about the involvement of external influences stirring societal tensions.