French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will formally recognize Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly in September. This decision comes amid a humanitarian crisis in Gaza and efforts to provide aid to its civilian population. Macron emphasized the need for peace in the region. Meanwhile, US envoy Steve Witkoff stated that the US is withdrawing from Gaza ceasefire negotiations, criticizing Hamas for its actions during the ongoing conflict. The situation remains tense with ongoing hostages held by Hamas since the October 7, 2023 attacks.
"France will recognize a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September. True to its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, I will make a formal announcement at the United Nations General Assembly in September," Macron stated.
"The urgency today is to end the war in Gaza and to provide aid to the civilian population. Peace is possible," Macron emphasized.
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff announced that the US is withdrawing from Gaza ceasefire talks and accused Hamas of taking a 'selfish position.'
Hamas continues to hold Israeli hostages following the terror attacks on October 7, 2023, complicating peace efforts.
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