The attack was reported by two diplomats and a witness who spoke to the AFP news agency. According to the reports, the diplomatic convoy was traveling in areas occupied by Israel when Israeli settlers attacked the vehicles.
The incident was captured on video, which shows 78-year-old French mayor Bernard Baudoux, from the town of Aulnoye-Aymeries, falling to the ground during the attack. His condition was not life-threatening, according to diplomatic witnesses.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar condemned the settler attacks. Israeli police were ordered to find the perpetrators.
Strong reactions are also coming from several European capitals.
