A diplomatic incident has erupted between France and Israel following the visit of French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot to Jerusalem.

The controversy began when Israeli police entered the French-managed Eleona site on the Mount of Olives without authorization, according to Barrot.

This site, a French national domain, is historically significant and has been under French protection for over 150 years.

The incident escalated when two French gendarmes were detained by Israeli police, despite identifying themselves as consular staff.

France has condemned the actions as "unacceptable," and plans to summon the Israeli ambassador in Paris for discussions.

This incident adds to a history of diplomatic tensions between the two nations over similar issues.