### Gaza: Humanitarian diplomacy of Emmanuel Macron in the face of a metacid conflict
The situation in Gaza is tragic and of incredible complexity. In this context, the recent visit by French president Emmanuel Macron in Egypt, where he met the Egyptian authorities, notably President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, raises crucial questions not only on the future of humanitarian efforts, but also in the place of humanitarian diplomacy in an increasingly polarized world.
#### Humanity and humanitarian: the risk of a one -dimensional approach
Macron expressed his gratitude to the efforts of the Egyptian authorities and humanitarian organizations, while emphasizing the urgency of sending essential aid to Gaza. However, reducing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to a simple humanitarian crisis can lead to excessive simplification which ignores the historical and political roots of the current tragedy. The rhetoric of “urgent need for help” sometimes masks deeper issues such as the question of human rights, the self -determination of Palestinians and regional power dynamics.
This raises a thorny question: how much does the international community, whose France, is ready to comply with aid that could be perceived as an amendment to systemic injustices? While Macron is delighted with cooperation with President Al-Sisi and evokes the “unacceptable risk” of targeting humanitarian staff, it would be advised to question the institutional structures which maintain the blocking of aid in a more systematic manner.
#### An alarming humanitarian situation: figures that speak
Since the start of hostilities on October 7, the number of people displaced in Gaza has been estimated at more than 1.5 million, according to United Nations. While the French president stresses that the situation has never been so “desperate”, it is essential to put these figures in perspective. Compared, during the last major escalation in 2014, nearly 500,000 people had been moved. This exponential increase poses a disturbing question: have the efforts of past years to improve the situation in Gaza really been effective or all of this integrated into a cycle of repetitive violence and increasing suffering?
Statistics also reveal that the mortality rate and suffering among civilians are increasing. According to the Humanitarian Affairs Coordination Office (OCHA), more than 20,000 people have lost their lives following the exchange of fire, including a large number of women and children. Help flows remain insufficient in the face of growing demand. Macron describes French rescue shipments that stagnate and rot in containers, an image that reveals a logistics tragedy on the fringes of humanitarian horror.
#### Towards inclusive humanitarian diplomacy
To go beyond the simple mention of a humanitarian disaster, it would be beneficial to invent a humanitarian diplomacy which integrates the voices of the affected populations. The testimony of NGOs and humanitarian workers is precious, but it should not replace the voices of the Palestinians and the Israelis who live this reality on a daily basis. Initiatives such as intercultural and interreligious dialogue forums, which strongly involve local communities, could open new and creative paths to peace.
It is also crucial to rethink the geopolitical dimensions surrounding humanitarian aid. How do decisions made in Paris, Washington or Brussels take into account the weight that support for certain structures-in this case, the State of Israel-has the perception and efficiency of humanitarian efforts?
### Conclusion
Emmanuel Macron, in his quest for a leader’s role on the international scene, must sail with caution. The promises of humanitarian support vis-à-vis Gaza must be accompanied by an awareness of the complex realities that surround it. The aid is certainly essential, but it must also be integrated into a larger vision of peace, justice and hope. While geopolitical tensions make this task more difficult, it is imperative that multiple voices are heard and that lasting solutions are sought. The answer must go beyond the humanitarian framework and embrace a fundamental change-a path that could lead to authentic peace for Gaza and beyond.