French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot condemned the deaths of Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas, stating: "Shiri, 32 years old. Ariel, 4 years old. Kfir, 9 months old.

"An entire family is a victim of Hamas' terrorist barbarity. We will never forget. France stands alongside the hostages and their families in this ordeal."