World leaders and diplomats from around the globe applauded President Emmanuel Macron’s address at a high-level meeting where he declared France’s recognition of Palestinian statehood. The audience at the UN General Assembly in New York responded with enthusiasm to Macron’s call for action.
In his speech, Macron emphasized the need to release the 48 hostages held by Hamas and put an end to conflicts and violence in Gaza. He stressed the urgency for peace, highlighting the importance of a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine to coexist peacefully.
Expressing France’s commitment to the Middle East peace process, Macron announced the official recognition of the state of Palestine. He also pledged to establish a French embassy in Palestine once all Israeli hostages were freed from Hamas captivity.
Furthermore, Macron indicated that France and its European allies would tie their support for Israel to the country’s efforts to end hostilities and engage in peace negotiations. He outlined a vision for a sovereign and demilitarized Palestinian state, with mutual recognition between Israel and Palestine.
Separately, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to annex more land in the West Bank. Over the weekend, the UK, along with Canada and Australia, joined over 140 nations in recognizing Palestinian statehood to preserve the prospect of a two-state solution and enhance security.
In response to the growing international support for Palestine, Netanyahu vehemently rejected the establishment of a Palestinian state and warned against rewarding terrorism. Concerns arose that Israel might accelerate West Bank settlements, but Cooper reiterated the international stance against such actions to safeguard the peace process.
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