French deputy Caroline Yadan, described as a Macronist and as a zealous defender of Benjamin Netanyahu and his policies, has put forward a proposed law that she says would fight what she calls new forms of antisemitism. Critics, however, say the bill would effectively muzzle those who speak out about Gaza's humanitarian crisis and Israel's settlement program, with the ultimate aim of criminalizing support for Palestine. The law, known as the Loi Yadan, is presented as a tough response to antisemitism, but opponents argue it would silence dissent and tilt domestic policy toward a hardline stance on Israel. The National Assembly was scheduled to examine the law on April 16-17, with the government lending its full support. Petition organizers reported rapid growth, reaching about 500,000 signatures by April 7 and more than 620,000 by April 9. Proponents frame the measure as necessary to protect Jews and national unity, while opponents warn it would curb free expression and institutionalize a pro-Israel bias in France's policy.