French President Emmanuel Macron announced on his X account that France will officially recognize the State of Palestine
He explained that this decision stems from a historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East.
In his statement, Macron wrote: “Because of our commitment to peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize the State of Palestine.
I will make this announcement officially at the UN General Assembly in September.”
Macron emphasized the urgency of stopping the war in Gaza and ensuring the safety of civilians.
“Peace is possible,” he stated, calling for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and extensive humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza.
He also said that it is essential to disarm Hamas and rebuild Gaza.
For the president, the creation of a viable Palestinian state, recognized by Israel and disarmed, is fundamental to the security of everyone in the region.
Macron reinforced that “there is no other alternative” and that the French people want peace.
“It’s up to us-the French, the Israelis, the Palestinians, and our European and international partners-to show that this is possible,” he stated.
He mentioned conversations with Mahmoud Abbas, president of the Palestinian Authority, and his determination to seek a political solution.
In April, Macron had already indicated that France could recognize Palestine in June, during an international conference with Saudi Arabia in New York.
After a trip to Egypt, where he discussed the war in Gaza, he described the humanitarian situation as “unbearable.”
“We must move toward recognition, and we will do so in the coming months,” Macron said in an interview with France 5 television.
He explained that the planned conference with Saudi Arabia seeks to promote mutual recognition of several countries, which could change the political landscape of the Middle East.
Later, Macron reinforced his position on the X, writing in Hebrew: “France says yes to peace, yes to the security of Israel, yes to a Palestinian state without Hamas.” He emphasized the need to free hostages, secure a lasting ceasefire, resume humanitarian aid, and move toward a two-state political solution.
“There is no other path than a political solution,” he concluded.
Published in 07/29/2025 03h45
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