Macron recognizes 'Palestine' - and buries France

Two weeks after his grand announcement, his government collapsed. Even the camels are laughing. Opinion.

B’nai Brith Canada:

'Jerusalem attack proves PA unfit for statehood recognition'

B’nai Brith Canada warns against recognizing Palestinian statehood after the attack in Jerusalem, citing the PA’s failure to demilitarize and deradicalize as proof it’s unfit to govern.

'No role for Hamas'

Starmer and Abbas agree on future Palestinian governance

British PM Keir Starmer meets PA chairman Abbas in London, reaffirming UK’s plan to recognize “Palestine” unless Israel changes course. Both leaders rule out Hamas’s role and call for Gaza ceasefire.

Danish FM:

'No Palestinian state without disarmament, democracy'

Danish FM Rasmussen says Copenhagen won’t recognize a Palestinian state without key preconditions.

Finland joins Saudi-French push for two-state solution at UN

Finland backs Saudi-French UN declaration urging a two-state solution and end to Gaza war, but internal divisions holding back “Palestine” recognition.

Report:

Netanyahu blocked Macron visit over Palestinian state recognition

Israel reportedly denied Macron’s snap visit request, demanding he retract support for a Palestinian state. Macron refused.

Belgium to recognize 'Palestine', impose sanctions on Israel

Belgian Foreign Minister announces his country will recognize “Palestine” and impose sanctions on Israel over its actions in Gaza. The move includes sanctions on Israeli “settlements” and support for a two-state solution.

Report:

US blocks Palestinian Arab visas amid statehood push

The New York Times reports that the US has suspended most visas for Palestinian Arab passport holders, citing national security.

Would have prevented 10.7?

French advisor's shocking remark

French presidential advisor Ofer Bronchtein told Channel 12 that October 7 'would not have happened' if a Palestinian state existed, as France weighs recognizing the PA and opening embassies.

No to Palestine:

Germany won't join UN recognition push

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirms Germany will not join other nations in recognizing a Palestinian state at the next UN General Assembly, citing unfulfilled requirements.

Huckabee:

'Palestinian state is not a priority for Trump'

In an interview with Al Arabiya English, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee says a Palestinian state isn't a Trump priority. He criticizes the PA and EU, defends Israel's Gaza offensive, and declares Hamas has no future.

B'nai Brith to Carney:

'Palestinian statehood is premature and dangerous'

B'nai Brith Canada and other community leaders warn Prime Minister Carney that recognizing a Palestinian state at the UN is "dangerous and premature." They criticize the move as a unilateral foreign policy failure made without parliamentary approval.

France slams Netanyahu for 'abject' antisemitism accusation

France slams Prime Minister Netanyahu's claim that Macron's plan to recognize a Palestinian state fuels antisemitism, calling the accusation “abject” and “erroneous”.

Smotrich to Arutz Sheva:

We are answering European hypocrisy

Minister Smotrich hails E1 housing launch as a historic move to solidify Israeli territory and reject European efforts to promote a Palestinian state, thanks Trump admin. for support.

'Courageous'

Hamas welcomes Australia’s recognition of Palestinian state

Hamas praises Australia’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state at the UN, calling it a “courageous” move.

Giulio Meotti:

Europe uses 'Palestine' to appease its own Hamasniks

Islam is sinking its enameled claws into Europe's soft underbelly. Opinion

AJC:

'Australia’s recognition of Palestine empowers Hamas'

American Jewish Committee blasts Australia’s plan to recognize Palestinian statehood at the UN, warning it empowers Hamas and undermines peace efforts.

Blinken warns:

'Unconditional recognition of Palestine risks empowering terror'

In an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal, former US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urges a time-bound, conditions-based path to Palestinian statehood, warning that unconditional recognition risks empowering Hamas and undermining Israeli security.

Deputy FM:

'Australia's decision is all about domestic politics, not peace'

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sharren Haskel slammed the decision by the Australian government to recognize Palestinian statehood, saying it rewards Hamas for October 7th.

President Herzog:

Recognizing a Palestinian State now a grave mistake

President warns Australian plan to recognize Palestinian state would endanger peace, aid terror, and fail to free hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

PM Albanese confirms:

Australia to back Palestinian statehood at UN

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces that Australia will officially recognize Palestine as a state at the UN General Assembly in September.

UK Chief Rabbi Mirvis:

'Gov’t recognition of Palestine a betrayal to hostages' families'

Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis criticizes the UK government for considering Palestinian state recognition while hostages remain in Hamas captivity, warns it would be a "blow" to their lives.

Rubio:

'Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that Israel must determine its security strategy and criticizing international moves that have emboldened the Hamas terrorist group.

Dutch Foreign Minister:

No Palestinian state recognition for now

The Dutch government has decided not to recognize a Palestinian state despite rising concerns over Gaza, says Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp.

Report:

Israel weighs defense over UK's Palestine recognition plans

Israel reportedly considering withdrawing defense and security cooperation with the UK if Britain moves ahead with recognizing “Palestine”. Diplomatic sources warn of significant security and economic fallout from such a decision.

Portugal mulls recognizing Palestinian state ahead of UN assembly

Portugal’s Prime Minister says his government will consult political leaders and the president on whether to recognize a Palestinian state.

US official:

'Trump sees recognition of Palestinian state as reward to Hamas'

A White House official says President Trump will not support recognizing a Palestinian state, as he believes it would reward Hamas.

Subject to PA reforms

Canada to recognize Palestinian state

Canadian PM Mark Carney says Canada plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September—if the PA holds elections, disarms, and excludes Hamas. Israel condemns the move, calling it a reward for terror.

Trump dismisses UK push for Palestinian state

President Trump says the US has “no view” on recognizing a Palestinian state, denies discussing the issue with UK PM Starmer.

Danon slams Starmer:

'UN votes won’t change who fights terror'

Israel’s UN Ambassador rejects UK PM Starmer’s threat to recognize “Palestine” by September, warning that UN votes won't deter Israel from fighting Hamas.

Maltese PM:

'We’ll back Palestinian statehood at UN in September'

Prime Minister Robert Abela announces Malta will recognize a Palestinian state during the UN General Assembly in September.

Netanyahu to Starmer:

'Recognizing Palestine rewards terror'

PM Netanyahu blasts UK Prime Minister for vowing to recognize a Palestinian state by September if the Gaza situation doesn't improve, says this "rewards Hamas's monstrous terrorism" and would create a "jihadist state" threatening Britain.

Report:

Starmer to tie Palestinian statehood to Gaza ceasefire

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to propose conditional recognition of a Palestinian state, linking it to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release, amid rising pressure from Labour MPs.

Australian PM warns Israel is 'losing support'

Australian PM Anthony Albanese criticizes Israel's blockade of Gaza aid and warns Netanyahu's government is "losing support," but says recognition of a Palestinian state is not imminent.

Starmer recalls cabinet amid calls to recognize Palestinian state

UK PM Keir Starmer will recall his cabinet amid growing pressure to recognize a Palestinian state. Over 200 MPs demand action as the Gaza crisis worsens.

'Happy suicide!'

Wilders slams Macron's Palestine recognition

Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders blasts Macron's "Palestine" recognition, sarcastically suggesting southern France as the new Palestinian state and calls the move a reward for Hamas.

UK PM Starmer links Palestinian state to broader peace plan

A day after France’s announcement, British PM Keir Starmer states recognizing a Palestinian state is crucial for lasting Israeli-Palestinian security, but must be part of a wider peace plan.

Senator Graham:

'French Palestine move emboldens Hamas'

US Senator Lindsey Graham criticizes France's plan to recognize a Palestinian state, warning it would embolden Hamas and hinder a ceasefire.

Rubio:

'Macron’s decision a slap in the face to October 7th victims'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denounces France's plan to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it "reckless" and stating the move only serves Hamas propaganda.

Danon:

France's Palestine move a 'disgraceful reward for terror'

Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon condemns French President Macron's plan to recognize a "State of Palestine" in September, calling it a "disgraceful reward for terrorism".

'Positive step'

Hamas hails French Palestine recognition

Hamas applauds French President Macron's decision to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it a "positive step" toward justice and self-determination. The terrorist group urges other nations to follow suit.

Netanyahu to Macron:

'A Palestinian state would be a launch pad to annihilate Israel'

Netanyahu condemns French President's decision to recognize a Palestinian state: “Palestinians don’t want a state beside Israel—they want one instead of it.” Sa’ar: "A Palestinian state will be a Hamas state."

'Terrorism pays off':

Israeli leaders slam Macron for recognizing Palestinian state

Israeli leaders condemn French President Emmanuel Macron’s announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state, accuse him of rewarding Hamas and betraying the Jewish people.

Source:

Int'l summit on Palestinian state to take place in September

International envoys will discuss a two-state solution at the UN this month, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, setting the stage for a September leaders' summit.

At UN conference

France, Saudi Arabia to revive push for two-state solution

France and Saudi Arabia will host a conference at the UN in New York on July 28-29 to promote the two-state solution. The meeting was scheduled for June but was postponed amid the Israel-Iran conflict.

Macron calls for joint UK-France recognition of 'Palestine'

French President Emmanuel Macron urges the UK to join France in recognizing a Palestinian state, deeming it essential for regional peace.

Report:

France, UK walk back Palestinian state recognition

France and the UK reportedly postpone plans to recognize a Palestinian state at an upcoming UN conference.

Colombia appoints first ambassador to 'State of Palestine'

Colombia’s President appoints Jorge Ivan Ospina as the country's first ambassador to the "State of Palestine," formalizing diplomatic ties with an embassy in Ramallah.

Malta to recognize 'Palestine' next month

Malta's Prime Minister Robert Abela announces his nation will officially recognize the "State of Palestine" next month, calls the recognition a "moral responsibility."

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.

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.

After Palestine recognition

First Palestinian Arab ambassador to Spain presents credentials

First Palestinian Arab ambassador to Spain presents his credentials to Spanish King Felipe VI, months after Spain formally recognized a Palestinian state.

Spain hosts conference on 'two-state solution'

Ministers from Muslim and European nations convene in Madrid to explore ways to advance two-state solution. Israel not invited to take part.

After 'Palestine' recognition:

Israel summons Slovenian Ambassador for reprimand

Foreign Ministry says the Slovenian ambassador was reprimanded "for her government's warped decision to recognize a Palestinian state".

Britain:

Labour Party to pledge to recognize Palestinian state

Guardian newspaper reports that Britain's Labour Party will include a pledge to recognize a Palestinian state at an appropriate time in peace talks in its election manifesto.

Parliament approves

Slovenia officially recognizes a Palestinian state

Slovenia's parliament votes 52-0 in favor of the government's motion to recognize a Palestinian state.

Slovenian govt. approves bill recognizing Palestinian state

Foreign Minister Katz calls on Slovenian Parliament to vote against bill he says 'rewards Hamas for murder, rape, mutilation of bodies, beheading of babies, and strengthens the Iranian axis of evil.'

Macron:

'Ready to recognize a Palestinian state if the PA makes reforms'

French President speaks to PA chairman, tells him he is ready to recognize a Palestinian state if the PA "implements necessary reforms.”

After recognizing 'Palestine':

Spanish PM meets PA cabinet leader

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez meets PA cabinet leader Mohammad Mustafa and leading officials from several Middle Eastern countries.