"France's visit to Israel contingent on policy adjustments"
In a significant development, France has announced its intention to recognize a Palestinian state, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from Israel. The Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has expressed its disapproval of this decision, with Foreign Minister Gideon Saar calling on France to reconsider.
The phone call between Saar and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, regarding Macron's potential visit to Israel, took place recently. However, it seems that the planned visit is currently unwelcome in Israel due to France's intention to recognize a Palestinian state.
Saar accused France of taking a series of anti-Israel steps and positions recently, and he emphasized that the recognition of a Palestinian state harms Israel's national and security interests. He also stated that the recognition of a Palestinian state by several countries undermines stability in the Middle East.
The Israeli ministry made this information public, stating that no official plans for a Macron visit to Israel were known at the time, but Israel has rejected a possible visit due to France's intention to recognize a Palestinian state. Saar communicated this rejection to his French counterpart Barrot during their conversation.
Interestingly, France is not alone in its plans to recognize a Palestinian state. Reports suggest that Canada and Australia also plan to do so in September. This potential recognition by multiple countries has added to the tension in the region.
Despite the controversy, the conversation between the two ministers was not solely about the recognition of a Palestinian state. It also included discussions about Macron's potential visit to Israel, although no official plans for such a visit have been announced yet.
This news comes at a time when the Middle East is already grappling with numerous political and security challenges. The implications of France's decision, and the reactions it has elicited, will likely have significant repercussions for the region in the coming weeks and months.
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