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flag France to recognize Palestinian statehood at UN, pending hostage release.

flag France plans to recognize Palestinian statehood at the UN, but President Macron stated that no embassy will be opened until Hamas releases all hostages held in Gaza. flag The condition underscores France’s stance that diplomatic steps must be tied to progress on security and humanitarian issues. flag The move follows similar recognition by the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal, marking a shift in Western policy. flag Israel has strongly criticized the recognition, while Macron condemned any plans to displace Palestinians, calling them "craziness" and warning they would undermine Western credibility.

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