France has renewed its call for a two-state solution, describing the humanitarian situation in Gaza as deeply tragic and stressing the urgent need for a political path toward lasting peace in the Middle East.
Speaking at the Paris Call for the Two-State Solution Forum, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said that despite a ceasefire, Gaza continues to face a severe humanitarian crisis. He also voiced concern over conditions in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, citing ongoing violence, displacement concerns, and developments that he said undermine prospects for peace.
Barrot noted that broader regional tensions, including the conflict involving Iran, have further complicated the security environment and increased suffering among civilians across the Middle East.
The French foreign minister emphasized that the coming year could prove pivotal due to expected elections in both Israel and Palestine. He argued that Palestinian elections should serve as a foundation for stronger democratic governance and renewed political engagement rather than an endpoint in the peace process.
Reaffirming France’s commitment to a negotiated settlement, Barrot called for a future in which Israelis and Palestinians live side by side in peace, security, and mutual recognition. He stressed that sustainable peace can only be achieved through dialogue, compromise, respect for human dignity, and recognition of the rights and security concerns of all parties.
France continues to advocate for diplomatic efforts aimed at reviving the two-state framework as a long-term solution to the conflict.
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