French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will officially recognize the state of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly in September, making it the first G7 nation to do so. The move is intended to pressure other European countries to follow suit and to push for renewed momentum toward a two-state solution amid the ongoing Gaza crisis. The decision has drawn sharp condemnation from Israel and the United States, who argue it could embolden Hamas and undermine peace efforts, while some Arab countries are set to condemn Hamas and call for its disarmament at the UN. Macron’s announcement comes amid mounting international outrage over the humanitarian situation in Gaza and frustration with stalled peace talks. The recognition is largely symbolic but marks a significant diplomatic shift that could reshape Middle East dynamics and deepen divisions among Western allies.
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