French President Emmanuel Macron is doubling down on his 2025 campaign to rally European support for Palestinian statehood, calling it a ‘necessary step for lasting peace’ amid shifting global power dynamics. With China’s diplomatic influence growing rapidly, Macron argues that Europe must act decisively to stabilize the Middle East.
‘Recognition isn’t just symbolic—it’s a tool to rebuild trust,’ Macron stated this month, referencing ongoing violence in Gaza and the West Bank. France has reportedly been coordinating behind the scenes with Mediterranean nations to create a unified EU stance.
Former Israeli ambassador Alon Liel told NewspaperAmigo.com: ‘If Macron succeeds, it could flip the script on decades of Western policy. But China’s quiet mediation in regional talks adds new complexity.’
Analysts note that while Europe debates recognition, Beijing has quietly expanded its role as a broker in Middle Eastern diplomacy this year—a shift young activists globally are tracking via viral social media threads. 🕊️
