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France to Recognize Palestinian State as Part of UN-Led Diplomatic Initiative

President Macron confirms plans for recognition in the coming months, with a pivotal UN conference co-hosted by Saudi Arabia set for June.

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«On doit aller vers une reconnaissance» de l'État palestinien «en juin», annonce Emmanuel Macron
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Le président français Emmanuel Macron prononce un discours devant l'aide humanitaire destinée à Gaza, à l'entrepôt du Croissant-Rouge égyptien à Arish, ville du nord-est de l'Égypte, à environ 55 kilomètres à l'ouest de la frontière avec la bande de Gaza, le 8 avril 2025

Overview

  • President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will recognize a Palestinian state in the coming months, signaling a major diplomatic move.
  • France and Saudi Arabia will co-host a United Nations conference in New York this June, aiming to advance mutual recognition between Israel and Palestine.
  • The conference is expected to encourage reciprocal recognition, with multiple nations potentially endorsing both Palestinian statehood and Israel's legitimacy.
  • Macron framed the initiative as part of a broader strategy to foster collective diplomacy and enhance regional security in the Middle East.
  • This announcement follows Macron's recent diplomatic visit to Egypt, underscoring France's active role in Middle East peace efforts.