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France to Recognize Palestinian State in June, Macron Confirms

The announcement, tied to a UN conference co-chaired with Saudi Arabia, has sparked polarized reactions in French politics over its timing and implications.

Emmanuel Macron lors de la visite de l'hôpital El Arish, situé dans la ville égyptienne d'Arish, le 8 avril dernier.
AFP - Emmanuel Macron

Overview

  • French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans for France to officially recognize a Palestinian state in June, marking a significant shift in its Middle East diplomacy.
  • The formal recognition is expected to be presented at a UN conference in New York, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, aimed at advancing mutual recognition between Israel and Palestine.
  • The decision aligns with France’s long-standing support for a two-state solution, joining 147 UN member nations that already recognize Palestine.
  • French political leaders are sharply divided, with some praising the move as overdue and symbolic, while others criticize it as premature or politically driven.
  • Critics warn that recognizing Palestine now could be seen as legitimizing Hamas, raising concerns about the broader implications for regional stability and counterterrorism efforts.