The conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to make international headlines. In this context, Emmanuel Macron went to Israel to meet Benjamin Netanyahu. During their meeting, the French president expressed France’s solidarity with Israel, also stressing the importance of relaunching the political process with the Palestinians.
This visit by Macron to Israel is of great importance, because it comes at a critical moment in the conflict. With a death toll of 30 French people in the recent attack, the French president described this tragedy as “a black page in our own history”. He recalled the urgency of a decisive relaunch of the political process with the Palestinians, while proposing help from the international coalition against the Islamic State to fight Hamas.
The meeting between Macron and Netanyahu also focused on the issue of French hostages held by Hamas. The President of the Republic revealed that nine compatriots were still taken hostage, stressing the need to do everything possible to free them.
In the afternoon, Macron was also due to meet Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah, in the West Bank. This meeting will allow us to discuss the proposals and actions necessary to relaunch the peace process between Israelis and Palestinians.
Alongside this official visit, Hamas announced the release of two women kidnapped during their previous attack on Israeli territory. However, the death toll continues to rise, with more than 140 dead following Israeli strikes. The total number of victims since the start of the conflict stands at more than 5,000, including 2,055 children.
In this context of violence and human losses, it is more crucial than ever to find a peaceful and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Macron’s visit to Israel and Palestine demonstrates his commitment to peace and the search for a fair compromise for both sides.
In conclusion, the meeting between Emmanuel Macron and Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted France’s solidarity with Israel in this difficult context. The support of the French president and his call for a decisive relaunch of the political process with the Palestinians are important signals to hope for a peaceful resolution of the conflict. It is essential that international leaders continue to mobilize and work towards a lasting and fair solution for all actors involved.