France will recognize Palestine as a state, President Macron says
Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will recognize Palestine as a state. This decision adds diplomatic pressure on Israel during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. France becomes the largest Western country to make this recognition, potentially influencing other nations.Key Facts
- French President Emmanuel Macron announced France's recognition of Palestine as a state.
- Macron plans to formalize this decision at the United Nations General Assembly in September.
- Israel opposed France's decision, stating it rewards militants and poses a threat.
- France is now the largest Western country to recognize Palestine.
- Over 140 countries, including more than a dozen European ones, already recognize Palestine.
- The Palestinian Authority welcomed France's decision.
- France and Saudi Arabia plan to host a U.N. conference about a two-state solution.
- Britain's Prime Minister called for a ceasefire and emphasized the right to Palestinian statehood and peace for both Palestinians and Israelis.
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