French President Emmanuel Macron stated on September 22 that France recognizes Palestine as a state, aiming to bring peace to Israel and the region.
Macron’s Statement
French President Emmanuel Macron made a significant statement on September 22, asserting that France recognizes Palestine as a state. He emphasized that this recognition is a solution that will bring peace to Israel.
Macron added that recognizing Palestine as a state is also a “defeat for Hamas and all those who incite anti-Semitic hatred.” He called for the “political neutralization” of Hamas and urged a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages.
Conditions for French Embassy
The recognition of Palestine as a state is a condition for opening the French embassy in the Palestinian state. Macron proposed creating a “temporary administration” in Gaza after a ceasefire and offered France’s participation in an international stabilization mission.
He also expressed willingness to support Palestinian security forces alongside European partners and called on Israel to facilitate humanitarian aid access to the Gaza Strip.
Palestinian Reaction
The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed France’s steps, considering the recognition of Palestine as a state a “historic and courageous decision” that supports efforts to achieve peace.
The ministry appreciated France’s role in encouraging other countries to recognize Palestine and mobilize international support.
