A legal battle has erupted between French MEPs François-Xavier Bellamy and Rima Hassan after a vote to prevent Hassan from becoming the third vice-chair of the European Parliament’s human rights subcommittee. Bellamy accused Hassan of supporting Hamas’ attack on Israel, while Hassan denies the allegations and claims her comments were taken out of context. Following the blocked appointment, Bellamy announced he is suing Hassan for an alleged physical threat. The President of the European Parliament is looking into the matter.
Hassan’s supporters from the left-wing have rallied behind her, condemning the accusations as harassment and political maneuvering. The left-wing alliance in the European Parliament has appointed her as one of the coordinators in the human rights subcommittee, showing defiance against efforts to block her candidature.
The dispute reflects the deep divide within the French political landscape, with Bellamy’s LR party facing internal struggles and the left-wing alliance emerging victorious in recent elections. The tensions come at a time when France is facing political paralysis after the June ballot.
The legal battle between Bellamy and Hassan highlights the ongoing power struggle within the European Parliament and the political rifts in France, further complicating the country’s efforts to form a new government.
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