France has decided to recognize Palestine as an independent nation. The United States and Israel have expressed displeasure over this. The resolution will be presented in the United Nations General Assembly.
France: French President Emmanuel Macron has introduced a new turn in international diplomacy by announcing the recognition of Palestine as an independent nation. This announcement comes at a time when the conflict between Israel and Hamas is ongoing in the Gaza Strip, and thousands of civilians are facing a humanitarian crisis. Macron's decision is being seen as a major support for Palestine, but it has also met with b reactions from the United States and Israel.
US calls the decision reckless
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio bly criticized the announcement, saying that granting state recognition to Palestine in the United Nations General Assembly would promote Hamas's propaganda. He described it as an insult to the Israeli citizens killed on October 7 and said that this decision would weaken peace efforts. He wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that this step could prove detrimental to the stability of the Middle East.
Netanyahu expresses displeasure
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called France's decision a "serious mistake." He said that this decision is being made by countries that do not accept the limits of freedom in their own territories. Netanyahu also alleged that Macron is ignoring the activities of armed groups like Hamas. Israel believes that this decision could weaken their security interests and promote instability in the region.
Deteriorating conditions in Gaza and failure of talks
France's announcement comes at a time when the ceasefire talks in Doha, the capital of Qatar, have failed. The United States and Israel have announced their withdrawal from the talks. US Special Envoy Steve Witcoff accused Hamas of a lack of goodwill, saying that the US will now reconsider its options. The failure of the talks to produce a concrete solution has further increased tensions in the region.
Macron emphasizes humanitarian aspects
President Emmanuel Macron clarified that his decision is more humanitarian than political. He said that in view of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, it has become necessary to grant rights and recognition to Palestine. He also said that this resolution will be formally presented in the United Nations General Assembly in September. Macron also added that his aim is to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza and save the lives of civilians.
