Macron warns Israeli settlements threaten Palestinian state

Emmanuel Macron cautioned that expanding Israeli settlements jeopardize the viability of a Palestinian state, as France convened discussions following a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

• During a meeting in Paris, Emmanuel Macron emphasized that Israeli settlement expansion poses a significant threat to Palestinian statehood and undermines US-led peace efforts.
• The discussions in France followed a recent ceasefire agreement concerning the Gaza Strip, aimed at stabilizing the region and supporting the Palestinians after recent conflicts involving Hamas.
• Macrons remarks come amid rising tensions as Israel continues its settlement activities, which have drawn international criticism, including from leaders like Donald Trump.