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French Prime Minister to Partake in March Against Anti-Semitism - Reports

© REUTERS / Charles PlatiauNewly-appointed French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe attends a handover ceremony at the Hotel Matignon, in Paris, France, May 15, 2017
Newly-appointed French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe attends a handover ceremony at the Hotel Matignon, in Paris, France, May 15, 2017 - Sputnik International
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PARIS (Sputnik) – French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe will take part in the demonstration against anti-Semitism, which will be held in Paris on Tuesday, local media reported Monday.

At least 14 political parties, including the Socialists, Macron’s La Republique En Marche, and the Republicans, have urged the French to hold rallies across the country against anti-Semitism.

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In addition to Philippe, 19 members of the government are expected to take part in the Paris march, according to the France Info radio station.

French President Emmanuel Macron does not intend to take part in the event.

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