French President Emmanuel Macron was likely motivated to declare his intent to recognize Palestine by a desire to quell Islamic separatism in his own country.

France has announced it will recognize the state of Palestine, a move that could shift discussions about the Middle East’s future.

AMERICA has hit out at Emmanuel Macron for being “reckless” after he announced France will officially recognise a Palestinian state. The White House described President Macron’s

In a move toward "lasting peace in the Middle East," Macron says, "France will recognize the state of Palestine."

Turkish president warns of worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, calls two-state solution 'essential' and hails France’s recognition of Palestine - Anadolu Ajansı

The SNP, an opposition party with just 9 seats in Westminster, announced that it will table a ‘Palestine Recognition Bill’ in September.

French President Emmanuel Macron’s bid to recognise a Palestinian state could shift power dynamics in West Asia, pressure Western allies and revive long-stalled peace efforts amid growing frustration over the ongoing war in Gaza.

Mapped: Which countries recognise Palestine as a state? - There are 147 UN member states out of 193 that recognise the state of Palestine - but the UK is not one of them