French President Emmanuel Macron announced at the UN General Assembly that France now recognizes the State of Palestine, calling it a vital step toward peace in the Middle East.
Macron urged an end to violence and pushed for a two-state solution, joining countries like the UK, Canada, and Australia in recognizing Palestinian statehood — now backed by 151 UN members. He insisted the move does not compromise Israel’s security, condemning Hamas’s October 7 attacks while proposing a UN-backed governing authority for Gaza after a ceasefire, with France ready to provide troops and training.
The decision drew praise from Palestinians and several nations but strong criticism from Israel and the US. At home, French politics split sharply over the move, with some calling it a milestone for Palestinian self-determination.
The announcement comes as Gaza suffers unprecedented devastation, with over 65,000 Palestinians killed in Israel’s response to the Hamas assault, mass displacement, famine risk, and an ongoing ground offensive.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, barred from attending the UN in person, addressed leaders via video, urging peace and coexistence. Israel’s leadership, however, rejected the recognition, vowing no Palestinian state west of the Jordan River
Yesterday, a great development regarding Palestine was reported that UK, Canada, and Australia Recognize Palestine After Israel Defies Ultimatum
