Highly criticized for his position in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Karim Benzema was severely attacked by political figures. Like far-right senator Stéphane Ravier, some are calling for the forfeiture of his French nationality. An initiative considered shameful.
Unfortunately for Karim Benzema, his news is not only sporting. The Al-Ittihad striker has just scored a hat-trick as well as an assist against Abha (4-2) on Friday. But instead of fully enjoying his performance, the Frenchman must deal with new criticism following his position in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The former Lyonnais had published a message of support for the victims of Gaza, without mentioning those caused by Hamas in Israel.
Benzema’s superb assist for Coronado’s goal gives Al-Ittihad a 2-1 lead 🔥#SaudiProLeague pic.twitter.com/3ogQeBTTG7
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For Senator Stéphane Ravier, member of Eric Zemmour’s far-right party, Karim Benzema deserves the forfeiture of his French nationality. A request which angered journalist Gilles Verdez. “ With all due respect, what he says about Karim Benzema is totally absurdthe show’s columnist got annoyed. Karim Benzema is French, born in France, it is impossible to strip him of his nationality. You’re talking nonsense ! This is absurd, Mr. Ravier. You took Benzema as the head of a Turk. »
Verdez defends Benzema
« He has repeatedly demonstrated his love of France with the French jersey and you are targeting him for a purely electoral reasondenounced Gilles Verdez. It’s disgusting what you’re doing to Benzema. Frankly, he is a player who has been adored, who people love. You make him a target. You are going after him because you think that it will benefit you electorally. Is Benzema putting France to shame? Golden Ball! Wait, he was a center forward for our football team, what did you do? Nothing ! Stop for a bit. » If the ex-Merengue needs a new lawyer…
2023-11-11 18:33:52
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