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France Recognizes Palestinian State

The announcement came as world leaders gathered in New York for the U.N. General Assembly debate.
France Recognizes Palestinian State
French President Emmanuel Macron waves after visiting Notre Dame Cathedral with King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary of Denmark, Wednesday, Apr. 2, 2025 in Paris. Thibault Camus/AP
Evgenia Filimianova
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French President Emmanuel Macron told more than 140 leaders at the U.N. General Assembly on Sept. 22 that France recognizes the state of Palestine, calling it a “historic commitment” aimed at securing peace between the Israelis and Palestinians.

Macron said the recognition is the “only solution” to ensure that Israel can live in peace.

Evgenia Filimianova
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Evgenia Filimianova is a UK-based journalist covering a wide range of international stories, with a particular interest in foreign policy, economy, and UK politics.