France was deeply saddened to learn of the death of our compatriot Ohad Yahalomi, following the return of his remains to the Israeli authorities by Hamas. It extends its sincerest condolences to his family and close friends, with a special thought for his son Eitan, released in November 2023 after 51 days in captivity. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' teams are in close contact with our compatriot's family to support them in this ordeal.
France lost 50 of its nationals following the terrorist attacks of 7 October 2023. It will continue working tirelessly for the return of all the hostages and to end the spiral of suffering unleashed a year and a half ago by Hamas' barbaric anti-Semitism. It reiterates its unfailing solidarity with the families of all the hostages and with the Israeli people.