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 has drawn sharp criticism from the United States and Israel, who called it 'reckless' and warned it could embolden Hamas and undermine peace efforts. Supporters, including Saudi Arabia and Spain, have hailed the decision as historic and a step toward justice for Palestinians. Macron's decision puts pressure on other European countries to follow suit, but Germany and others have said they are not planning similar recognition in the short term.
The announcement comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza and increasing international calls for a two-state solution.
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