Mahmoud Abbas thanks Saudi Arabia for supporting France’s recognising State of Palestine
More than 140 countries already recognize Palestine as a state. Macron has said France will formally declare its recognition at the UN General Assembly in September.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has thanked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its efforts in helping to contribute to a historic French commitment to recognising Palestine as a state.
The French President Emmanuel Macron made the announcement on Thursday July 24, 2025.
“This solution is the only path that can address the legitimate aspirations of both the Israelis and the Palestinians. It must now be brought about as quickly as possible,” Macron said in a letter to Abbas.
“The prospect of a negotiated solution to the conflict in the Middle East seems increasingly distant. I cannot resign myself to that,” he added.
The Palestinian leader said the French move represented a victory for his people and he urged other countries to take a similar stance to support a two-state solution to the decades-long conflict.
According to Arab News, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has long been a supporter for the State of Palestine and has repeatedly condemned Israel’s treatment of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.
More than 140 countries already recognize Palestine as a state. Macron has said France will formally declare its recognition at the UN General Assembly in September.
