Mélenchon Leads Paris Protest for Release of French Citizens Detained in Israel

A demonstration took place at Place de la République in Paris on June 9, 2025, calling for the release of Rima Hassan and other French citizens detained in Israel. The event featured a speech by prominent French politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon. Mélenchon's speech emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "We are not talking about a simple travel incident; we are talking about people who faced a genocide and a blockade." The demonstration drew a large crowd, underscoring the public concern over the detentions. The video provides visual evidence of the demonstration's scale and the emotional intensity of the event. The peaceful protest highlights the importance of human rights and the call for justice for the detained French citizens.