Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sitta, a doctor who provided medical assistance in Gaza during Israel’s war, was barred from entering France where he was scheduled to speak at the Senate. Abu-Sitta expressed his frustration on social media, stating that he was being prevented from entering the country at Charles De Gaulle airport. Despite being placed in a holding zone, efforts were made to include him in the event via videoconference. The decision to block Abu-Sitta was criticized by French senators and activists, with calls for his entry to be allowed. Abu-Sitta revealed that his entry ban was due to a decision by Germany, causing backlash from supporters and fellow activists. The treatment of Abu-Sitta by European authorities was condemned, with calls for accountability and action against attempts to silence critics of Israeli actions in Gaza. The Senate event in France, where Abu-Sitta was meant to speak, featured testimonies from various experts on the situation in Gaza.