'A sad joke'

Macron praises PA Chairman's 'letter of hope'

Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar slams Macron's enthusiasm for Abbas's letter as misplaced, calling it a naive endorsement of recycled promises and falsehoods.

Macron receives 'unprecedented' PA pledges on reforms

Ahead of a pivotal conference, France says it has secured new Palestinian Authority commitments to reform, with chairman Mahmoud Abbas condemning the October 7 Hamas attack and pledging further reforms.

Mahmoud Abbas:

Hamas attack 'unacceptable,' must be disarmed, removed from power

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, in a letter to French President Emmanuel Macron, condemns 10/7 massacre as 'unacceptable,' calls for terror group’s disarmament, ouster from Gaza, and immediate release of all hostages.

Macron:

'France to decide in coming days' on anti-Israel measures

French President says France will soon decide on whether to 'toughen our stance and take concrete measures regarding Israel' in response to the war in Gaza.

Who does Emmanuel Macron think he is?

Sub-Saharan Africa, and Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco are very familiar with France’s criminal history. And don’t forget that France capitulated and then supported the Nazis. Op-ed.

Amb. Huckabee:

'Carve out piece of French Riviera to create Palestinian state'

In response to French President Macron's moves to create a Palestinian state despite Hamas remaining in power, US Ambassador suggests France set aside part of its own territory for that purpose.

Israeli government:

'Macron wants to reward terrorists with a state’

Israeli government fiercely rebukes French President after he calls for tougher European action against Israel over the humanitarian situation in Gaza, 'We will stand firm against international pressure.'

Maoz blasts France: 'Colonial forefathers preaching morality?'

MK Avi Maoz accuses France of hypocrisy and fueling antisemitism, slamming French President Emmanuel Macron’s Gaza stance. 'France is the forefather of colonization, preaching to Israel about occupation is hypocrisy.'

Brigitte Macron’s slap? Viral video ignites frenzy

Video from Hanoi airport shows Brigitte Macron making motion resembling slap to French President Emmanuel Macron’s face, igniting widespread speculation and controversy online.

Macron decries 'intolerable' Gaza crisis

French President Emmanuel Macron labels the humanitarian situation in Gaza "intolerable," emphasizes the urgent need for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and the restoration of humanitarian aid.

Macron blasts Netanyahu:

'What he’s doing is shameful'

French President Emmanuel Macron sharply criticizes Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Gaza policy, calling it “shameful” and urging the EU to consider new sanctions and review its Association Agreement with Israel.

PM’s office blasts Macron for 'echoing Hamas propaganda'

In a sharp statement, Israel accuses French President Emmanuel Macron of siding with Islamist terrorists and spreading blood libels, vowing to press on with its war goals and defeat Hamas.

Calls for political process

Macron criticizes Israel’s Gaza tactics

French President Emmanuel Macron condemns Israel's military actions in Gaza, warning they may violate humanitarian principles.

Netanyahu to President Macron:

'A Palestinian state would be a huge prize for terrorism'

After Yair Netanyahu attacked the French President on X, the Prime Minister spoke with Emmanuel Macron and voiced Israel's opposition to a Palestinian state, calling it a 'great prize for terrorism.'

Abbas and Macron discuss ceasefire and two-state solution

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks with PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas after expressing support for recognizing a Palestinian state. The two discuss a ceasefire in Gaza, humanitarian aid, and the two-state solution.

ANALYSIS:

Emmanuel Macron and the push for a Palestinian Arab state

Israelis and the world know how to identify Jew-haters, and that the Jews are already collectively hated behind the term coined by Wilhelm Marr in 1879, antisemites. And they know Emmanuel Macron. Opinion.

'Screw you!'

Netanyahu's son attacks French President, PM backs him up

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's son, Yair, attacks French President Macron for calling for the creation of a Palestinian state. PM Netanyahu: 'We will not endanger our existence because of illusions that are disconnected from reality.'

Macron clarifies:

Yes to Palestinian state without Hamas, yes to Israel's security

French President Emmanuel Macron clarifies France’s stance on Gaza, supporting a two-state solution that excludes Hamas. He stresses the need for peace, a lasting ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and mutual recognition between Israel and a future Palestinian state.

Macron announces:

France eyes Palestinian state recognition by June

French President Emmanuel Macron reveals plans to recognize a Palestinian state within months, possibly during a UN conference in June. PA welcomes the move, while Foreign Minister Sa’ar criticizes: A unilateral recognition of a fictional Palestinian state will be a prize for terror and a boost for Hamas.

France, Egypt, and Jordan:

Palestinian Authority should lead post-war Gaza

Leaders of France, Egypt, and Jordan agree that the Palestinian Authority should oversee post-war governance in Gaza, rejecting any future political role for Hamas and opposing the displacement of Palestinian Arabs.

Macron speaks with Netanyahu, urges Israel to stop striking Gaza

The French President called on Israel to respect the ceasefire in Lebanon and discussed the situation in Syria.

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince condemn Israeli strikes in Gaza

French President says he spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and they condemned the resumption of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza.

'Ohad was a dedicated and loving family man'

Hostages Ohad Yahalomi has been positively identified as one of the bodies returned overnight.

Macron supports Bibas family:

'France mobilized for the release of all hostages'

French President shares photo of Bibas family, after Hamas claims that Shiri, Ariel and Kfir Bibas will be returned as part of the release of bodies of hostages: Shiri, Kfir, Ariel. Faces of innocence and love.

Macron against Trump plan:

'Mass displacement of Gazans not the right answer’

French President rejects Trump’s plan for Gaza: The right answer is not a real estate operation, this is a political operation.

INTO THE FRAY:

Trump, Macron and Greenland: A contrived conflict?

It is hard to fathom why France should display such ire at the Trump proposal to procure Greenland since the idea is hardly new, having been raised several times in the far off and recent past without setting off any outrage. Opinion.

France to allow Israeli companies at Paris air show

Netanyahu and Macron confirm French President will allow Israeli companies to attend this year's Paris air show, after banning Israel from Euronaval show late last year.

Macron:

'All sides in Lebanon ceasefire must honor their commitments'

French President calls on all parties to the Lebanon ceasefire to honor their commitments as soon as possible, after Israel announces a delay in withdrawal from Lebanon.

INTO THE FRAY:

Macron on the wrong side of history

The election of Donald Trump and the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria will compel a recalibration of recalibration of France’s past policies. Opinion.

Biden, Macron expected to announce Lebanon ceasefire tomorrow

US, French Presidents expected to announce a 60-day ceasefire in Lebanon tomorrow. French role in compliance mechanism reduced due to Israeli concerns.

INTO THE FRAY:

Malicious malign Macron

France's adversarial attitude towards both Israel and America has regrettably been long abrew. Opinion.

Message of solidarity

Macron to attend France-Israel soccer match

French President's office says his decision to attend Thursday's game aims to "send a message of fraternity and solidarity" after the Amsterdam pogrom.

French court rules:

Israeli companies must be allowed to participate in arms expo

The court ruled that contrary to the decision of the French government, Israeli companies must be allowed to participate in the Euronaval exposition in Paris.

18 Congressmen call on Macron to reverse Israel arms embargo

Bipartisan group of US lawmakers write to French President warning his moves against Israel encourage Iran and its proxies who seek to destroy Israel.

After defense show ban

FM Katz vows legal and diplomatic action against France

Foreign Minister says his ministry will take “legal and diplomatic measures” against France’s decision to bar Israeli companies from Euronaval defense show: France must stand by Israel and not act against it.

No, President Macron: The UN did not create Israel

If it were within the power of the UN to create states, an Arab state would have arisen in 1948 alongside Israel, whether or not the Arabs agreed. Op-ed.

Gallant: A disgrace

France bans Israel from defense show

France announces that Israeli delegations will be banned from exhibiting at the Euronaval defense show next month. Defense Minister Gallant: We will continue defending our nation with or without France.

Netanyahu speaks with Macron, lays out redlines on Hezbollah

PM tells French President Israel rejects any ceasefire that allows Hezbollah to rearm and regroup to threaten northern Israel again, criticizes Macron for seeking to host conference with countries that deny Israel's right to self-defense.

Macron to Iranian President:

'Support a general de-escalation in the region'

French President speaks to Iranian counterpart, calls on him to support a "general de-escalation" in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.

Macron:

'Ending arms exports to Israel is the only way to stop fighting'

French President claims Israel is “deliberately targeting” UNIFIL peacekeepers in Lebanon: Absolutely unacceptable.

Israeli-French hostages' families meet with President Macron

The Yahalomi and Kalderon families traveled to France to remind the world that two French citizens remain in Hamas captivity.

Concern among French Jews: 'Macron is playing into Hamas' hands'

CRIF, umbrella organization of French Jews, slams, 'Call to deny Israel weapons does not promote peace, but plays directly into the hands of Hamas and Hezbollah.'

After call for arms embargo:

Emmanuel Macron pens October 7 memorial post

French President Emmanuel Macron posts in Hebrew expressing sympathy for October 7 massacre victims, families of hostages. 'The pain is still here, as sharp as it was a year ago.'

Macron to Netanyahu:

Arms shipments will not provide Israel with security it desires

Macron to Netanyahu: 'Arms shipments, prolonging the war in Gaza and extending it to Lebanon will not provide Israel with the security it desires.'

Macron's office:

'Netanyahu's criticism is excessive'

French President's office responds to Netanyahu's criticism of Macron's call for a halt on arms deliveries to Israel: France is a steadfast friend of Israel.

Netanyahu to Macron:

Israel will win with you or without you

'Israel will fight until the battle is won - for our sake and for the sake of peace and security in the world,' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promises.

Macron:

'US should pressure Netanyahu to accept ceasefire'

French President warns: Israel cannot invade Lebanon today. It would be a huge mistake.

Macron at the UN:

'Israel can’t expand its operations in Lebanon'

French President calls for an end to hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. On Gaza, he says Israel has the right to protect its people but the operation in Gaza has gone on for “too long”.

'The situation is intolerable'

Biden and Macron call for ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

US President and French President release statement calling for 21-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel: It is time to conclude a diplomatic settlement, but diplomacy cannot succeed amid an escalation of this conflict.

Difficult conversation

Macron to Netanyahu: Show responsibility and prevent escalation

Channel 12 News reports of very difficult conversation between Netanyahu and French President, in which Netanyahu told Macron: Instead of putting pressure on us, it's time for you to put pressure on Hezbollah.

'He's an unwavering ally'

WJC President Ronald Lauder meets Macron

World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder expresses his deep appreciation for French President's ongoing commitment to the Jewish community.

Macron to Netanyahu:

'Avoid a cycle of reprisals in the Middle East'

French President urges Netanyahu to "avoid a cycle of reprisals that would put the populations and stability of the region at risk", after making a similar plea to Iranian counterpart.

Joining the US and Israel

France supports Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara

French President Emmanuel Macron informs Morocco's King Mohammed VI that France supports Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Western Sahara, shifting a decades-old position.

Iranian President-elect:

'Israeli attack in Lebanon will have severe consequences'

Iranian President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian speaks to French President, says Israeli attack on Lebanon “could backfire and have severe consequences for the Zionists themselves.”

Macron to Netanyahu:

'France fully committed to avoiding a new escalation'

French President speaks with Netanyahu following attack in Majdal Seems, says France seeks to prevent a broader escalation between Israel and Hezbollah.

President Macron hosts President Herzog at Élysée Palace

President Herzog congratulated Macron on hosting the Olympics and emphasized that the games are an important platform from which to promote the issues of the ongoing war in Gaza.

'No politics'

IOC head rejects PA demand to bar Israel from Olympics

Head of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach and French President Emmanuel Macron reject Palestinian Arab demand that Israel be barred from the Paris Games over the war in Gaza.

Macron or Le Pen? It doesn’t matter

It’s the demography, stupid! And demographically, the time of Islam has come. Opinion.

French FM:

Macron's red lines preclude sitting with far-left leader

Foreign Minister Stéphane Séjourné says PM will be willing to sit with members of left-wing coalition, but not with the far-left party that led the coalition and which has been accused of antisemitism.

Report:

French President scolded Netanyahu for 'election interference'

President Emmanuel Macron reportedly took issue with open support for Marine Le Pen's right-wing National Rally by Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli who said a La Pen presidency would be good for Israel.