US EditionFrance officially recognizes Palestinian state, Macron calls on Israel to end Gaza war
More than 150 countries now recognize Palestine as a state, aiming to revive peace talks despite strong Israeli and U.S. opposition, officials said.
- Several Western nations, including France, the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal, recognized an independent Palestinian state on September 22, 2025, amid ongoing tensions related to the conflict in Gaza.
- French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that this recognition demonstrates France's support for a two-state solution, noting that recognizing Palestine is crucial for a political solution.
- The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that these recognition moves undermine the chances for a peaceful solution in the region, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticizing the recognition as rewarding terrorism.
- As of this week, approximately three-quarters of UN member states have officially recognized a Palestinian state, increasing pressure on Israel amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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France recognises Palestinian state at landmark UN summit
French President Emmanuel Macron officially recognised a Palestinian state at the United Nations on Monday, spurring a wave of Western moves to defy Israel in making the landmark - if symbolic - move. Macron, speaking at a summit that Israel and its chief backer the United States did not attend, called for an end to the war in Gaza. "The time for peace has come, as we are just moments away from no longer being able to seize it," Macron said in a…
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In the midst of the Gaza war, France's President Emmanuel Macron announced the recognition of a Palestinian state. Germany, like the US, is currently rejecting such a move.
France defies U.S., Israel in recognizing Palestinian state at U.N.
As the Gaza war rages on, France recognized Palestinian statehood on Monday at the start of a high-profile meeting at the United Nations aimed at galvanizing support for a two-state solution to the Mideast conflict. More nations are expected to follow, in defiance of Israel and the United States.French President Emmanuel Macron's announcement in the U.N. General Assembly hall received loud applause from the more than 140 leaders in attendance. T…
France defies US, Israel in recognizing Palestinian state at UN
As the Gaza war rages on, France recognized Palestinian statehood on Monday at the start of a high-profile meeting at the United Nations aimed at galvanizing support for a two-state solution to the Mideast conflict. More nations are expected to follow, in defiance of Israel and the United States.French President Emmanuel Macron's announcement in the U.N. General Assembly hall received loud applause from the more than 140 leaders in attendance. T…
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