Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, has reacted strongly to accusations of anti-Semitism levied against her, labeling them as 'shameful and defamatory.' In an interview with FRANCE 24, she emphasized the gravity of the accusations and the implications they carry for those discussing the situation in Palestine. Albanese also expressed deep concern regarding the ongoing plans to devastate Gaza, highlighting the dire humanitarian implications of such actions.

In her comments, Albanese referenced the recent moves by the Israeli government to tighten its grip on the West Bank, which includes facilitating land purchases and increasing Israeli military presence in the region. These steps, she argues, are part of a broader strategy that aims to undermine Palestinian autonomy and exacerbate tensions between Israelis and Palestinians. She called these developments 'absolutely worrisome' and indicative of a trend in which soldiers and settlers are ‘spreading terror’ among the Palestinian population.

The remarks come at a time of heightened tensions in the region, as Israeli actions continue to provoke significant international scrutiny and debate. Albanese's position as a UN rapporteur places her statements within a critical context, where her observations and critiques could challenge narratives surrounding Israel's policies and influence the discourse on human rights and international law regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.