France will officially recognize the State of Palestine in September 2025. This was reported byG.Business, citing a statement from President Emmanuel Macron on the platform X, where he also announced a formal speech before the UN General Assembly.
“In line with our historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize Palestine as a state. I will officially announce this decision in September at the United Nations General Assembly,” Macron wrote.
He emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza and the importance of humanitarian aid for civilians. He also called for the release of all hostages, the demilitarization of Hamas, and the reconstruction of Gaza as essential steps.
“It is crucial to establish a viable Palestinian state that is demilitarized and fully recognizes the existence of Israel in order to contribute to the security of all in the Middle East. There is no alternative,” the president stressed.
France, together with Israel, Palestine, and international partners, aims to prove that peace is possible, Macron added. His decision was also influenced by recent commitments made by the Palestinian Authority.
Background
Palestine is a region in the Middle East, consisting of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. To date, 139 out of 193 UN member states have recognized Palestine as a state. Norway, Spain, Ireland, and recently Armenia have also taken this step.
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