JAKARTA - President Emmanuel Macron said France would announce recognition of the Palestinian State, stressing the importance of ending the war and opening access to humanitarian aid soon.
In his upload on social media X President Macron wrote, his choice was in accordance with France's commitment.
"In line with its historical commitment to fair and lasting peace in the Middle East, I have decided France will recognize the Palestinian State," President Macron tweeted as quoted Friday, July 25.
President Macron stressed that the current priority is ending the war in the Gaza Strip, providing assistance to civilians.
"I will deliver this solemn announcement before the United Nations General Assembly next September," he said.
Consistent with its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize the State of Palestine.
I will make this solemn announcement before the United Nations General Assembly this coming September.… pic.twitter.com/VTSVGVH41I
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) July 24, 2025
Consistent with its history commitment to a just and finally peace in the Middle East, I have planned that France will recognize the State of Palestine.
I will make this solitary announcement before the United Nations General Assembly this coming September... pic.twitter.com/VTSVVH41I
Believing peace is still possible, President Macron said what is needed now is a ceasefire immediately, the release of all hostages and massive humanitarian aid to Gaza's population.
"We must also ensure Hamas' demilitarization, secure and rebuild Gaza. And lastly, we must build a Palestinian State, ensure its continuity, and ensure that by accepting its demilitarization and fully recognizing Israel, the country contributes to the security of everyone in the region," President Macron tweeted.
"There is no other alternative," he said.
France, home to Europe's largest Jewish and Muslim communities, will be the first major Western country to recognize the Palestinian state, potentially providing greater momentum to the movement that has so far been dominated by small countries that are generally more critical of Israel.
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President Macron wrote the French people want peace in the Middle East. It is our responsibility as French citizens, together with Israelis, Palestinians and our European and international partners to prove that peace is possible, he said.
President Macron added that he had sent a letter to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas stating his determination to move forward.
"We will achieve peace," he said.
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