'Fuelling anti-semitism fire': Why are Israel and US angry at France? Macron to recognise Palestinian state at UNGA
Sunday, 31 August 2025 () French President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state has drawn sharp criticism from Israel and the US. Netanyahu accused Macron of “fueling antisemitism,” while Macron defended the move as vital for peace and in response to Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. The US backed Israel, even as several countries plan similar recognition during the upcoming UN General Assembly.
Belgium to recognise Palestine at the UN General Assembly
Belgium joins the ranks of Australia, France, Canada and the UK, all who have pledged to recognise a Palestinian state at the UNGA next week in a bid to ramp up pressure on the Israeli government to end the war in Gaza and alleviate the...
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