France wants Palestinian two-state solution, Macron says

JAKARTA: French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed his commitment to a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict on Wednesday, stating that there are no double standards in French policy towards the Middle East.

Macron is leaning towards recognising a Palestinian state, diplomats and experts say, a move that could infuriate Israel and deepen Western splits. The French president was speaking in Indonesia.

“Only a political solution will make it possible to restore peace and build for the long term,” Macron said.

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“Together with Saudi Arabia, we will soon be organising a conference on Gaza in New York to give fresh impetus to the recognition of a Palestinian state and the recognition of the State of Israel and its right to live in peace and security in this region.”