France Affirms Support for Palestinian State Regardless of Israeli Election Outcome
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed that election results in Israel will not change Paris's policy of supporting an independent Palestinian state. He stressed that France's commitment to a two-state solution and Israel's security remains steadfast, regardless of the election outcome. Barrot also highlighted France's readiness to work with any legitimate Israeli government formed after the ongoing vote count.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated election results in Israel won't change Paris's policy.
- France remains committed to an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel.
- Paris will work with any legitimate government formed by the Knesset.
- French-Israeli relations have been strained by recognition of Palestinian statehood.
- France prioritizes Israel's security and Palestinian statehood.
- Vote counting in Israel was ongoing with no clear winner by midday.
France's foreign minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, has stated that the results of Israel's parliamentary elections will not alter Paris's fundamental foreign policy principles, including its commitment to a two-state solution. Barrot emphasized that France's stance on creating an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel remains firm, irrespective of whether Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition or Gadi Eisenkot's opposition bloc forms the next government. He urged patience for the final vote count and stressed the importance of respecting the Israeli electorate's choice. Diplomatic relations between France and Israel have been strained over the past year, primarily due to French President Emmanuel Macron's decision to officially recognize Palestinian statehood and the imposition of trade restrictions on Israeli businesses in West Bank settlements. Barrot indicated that France's key objective is to ensure Israel's security while simultaneously supporting the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state, asserting that both peoples have a right to recognition and peaceful coexistence. The French Foreign Ministry has stated its readiness to cooperate with any legitimate government formed by the Knesset following the elections. Vote counting in Israel was ongoing, with no single political camp having secured a clear advantage by midday.
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