France's President Emmanuel Macron announced the country's intent to recognize Palestine as a state, amidst rising global outrage over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This declaration will be formalized at the upcoming U.N. General Assembly in September. Macron's decision adds significant diplomatic pressure on Israel and positions France as the largest Western nation to acknowledge Palestinian statehood. Israel's government condemned the decision as a reward for terror, while the Palestinian Authority expressed gratitude, viewing this as a step toward self-determination for Palestinians.
"The urgent thing today is that the war in Gaza stops and the civilian population is saved," Macron stated while announcing France's intention to recognize Palestine as a state.
France's recognition of Palestine adds diplomatic pressure on Israel amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Macron’s intention is to formalize this decision at the U.N. General Assembly.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned Macron's decision, stating it rewards terror and risks creating another Iranian proxy in the region.
The Palestinian Authority welcomed Macron’s announcement, indicating it reflects France's commitment to international law and support for Palestinian rights to self-determination.
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