Macron Declares France’s Formal Recognition of Palestinian State at UN Summit
Macron Declares France’s Formal Recognition of Palestinian State at UN Summit
In a landmark address at the UN General Assembly, French President Emmanuel Macron today announced France’s official recognition of the state of Palestine. This pivotal declaration underscores France’s unwavering, historic commitment to peace in the Middle East and the pursuit of a two-state solution.
Macron emphasized the urgent need to safeguard the viability of a two-state solution, asserting that the time for action has arrived for Israel and Palestine to coexist in peace and security. The announcement comes amidst global calls for renewed efforts towards a lasting resolution in the region.
The French President’s declaration resonated through the assembly, with European officials concurrently issuing warnings to Israel regarding West Bank annexation plans. Qatar has welcomed the recognition by several Western nations, while Malta is also expected to formalize its recognition of the Palestinian state later today. Protests have erupted in Italian cities, condemning actions in Gaza, where two hospitals have reportedly shut down following intense Israeli bombardments. The health ministry in Gaza reports a death toll of 65,344 from Israeli attacks.
World leaders have gathered in New York for a critical UN summit focused on the two-state solution, setting the stage for France’s anticipated recognition. However, Israel’s UN ambassador stated that the US and Israel would not participate in what he termed a ‘charade.’ Arab and Muslim leaders are slated to meet with former US President Trump to discuss a peace plan for Gaza. Macron reiterated, ‘We can no longer wait’ to recognize Palestine, and condemned the ongoing conflict, stating, ‘Nothing justifies the ongoing war in Gaza.’ UN Secretary-General António Guterres echoed these sentiments, calling Israel’s ‘creeping threat of annexation’ morally, legally, and politically intolerable, and asserting that ‘Statehood for Palestinians is a right, not a reward.’
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