STORM IN FRANCE: Unusual investigation reveals a 'Culture of Silence' at "Le Monde" surrounding the war in Gaza
A comprehensive investigation by "Le Figaro" is shaking the French media landscape with serious accusations of antisemitism and support for Hamas within the editorial staff of "Le Monde," one of France's largest and most influential newspapers.
In a rare move, "Le Figaro" published provocative images from the "Le Monde" newsroom, suggesting that it operates more like a political organization than a neutral media outlet, displaying a clear anti-Israel bias.
The investigation includes testimonies highlighting an increasing atmosphere of fear and discomfort regarding coverage of the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Journalists report that "people are afraid; there is an 'omertà'—a code of silence."
Staff at "Le Monde" describe the tension surrounding the coverage of the conflict as a "Gaza Wall," a term that illustrates the difficulty in having open discussions and free exchanges of opinions on this sensitive issue.
A senior figure in the newsroom commented, "When a newspaper claims to be authoritative and purports to impartiality but addresses the issue in a biased manner, it only heightens unrest."