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Macron Threatens Sanctions on Israel Over Gaza Aid

5/30/2025

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French President Emmanuel Macron issued a stark warning in Singapore, suggesting that France might impose sanctions on Israel if humanitarian aid to Gaza continues to be obstructed. He underscored the urgency of a two-state solution and hinted at the possibility of recognizing a Palestinian state, a statement that could heighten tensions in the already volatile region.

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French President Emmanuel Macron issued a stark warning in Singapore, suggesting that France might impose sanctions on Israel if humanitarian aid to Gaza continues to be obstructed. He underscored the urgency of a two-state solution and hinted at the possibility of recognizing a Palestinian state, a statement that could heighten tensions in the already volatile region.