France Officially Recognises Palestinian State Amid Rising Tensions

Thu Oct 16 2025 16:44:10 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

In a significant political move, France declares recognition of a Palestinian state, echoing calls for a two-state solution at the UN General Assembly amidst escalating violence in Gaza.

France has formally recognised Palestinian statehood, joining a global trend of nations supporting Palestine. President Emmanuel Macron announced this decision at the UN, emphasizing the urgent need for peace and de-escalation in the ongoing conflict. The recognition coincides with growing international pressure on Israel regarding its actions in Gaza. Macron's address emphasized the critical need for a two-state solution, highlighting contributions from other nations and the importance of international support for lasting peace.

France has formally recognised a Palestinian state, becoming the latest country to take this significant step amid a growing international consensus. Speaking at the UN in New York, President Emmanuel Macron proclaimed that 'the time for peace has come' and stressed that 'nothing justifies the ongoing war in Gaza.'

During a one-day summit at the UN General Assembly, which France and Saudi Arabia are co-hosting, Macron detailed plans for a two-state solution while noting that key G7 members, including Germany, Italy, and the USA, have declined to participate.

Following the announcement, Macron affirmed that Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Andorra, and San Marino would also recognise Palestinian statehood. This development follows similar recognition from the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal announced just days prior.

As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens, international scrutiny of Israel intensifies, with France pushing for a cessation of violence and the establishment of a stable Palestinian state. Macron warned of the 'peril of endless wars' and insisted that justice must prevail over power.

Furthermore, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister echoed calls for a two-state solution while UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, urging that a two-state solution remains the 'only credible path' for peace.

Addressing the UN via videolink, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas called for a permanent ceasefire and declared that Hamas should relinquish power in favor of the Palestinian Authority.

Despite the push for recognition by various nations, Israeli officials firmly rejected the concept of Palestinian statehood in the wake of the recent attacks, marking the ongoing complexity and volatility of the situation in the region.