In a bold stance against escalating conflict, French President Emmanuel Macron has openly criticized Israel's decision to intensify its military operations in Gaza. Macron's condemnation comes in response to recent announcements by the Israeli government to enlarge their ground offensive, a move France deems "rash and disastrous."

Amid the rising tensions, Macron has called for a permanent ceasefire and proposed the formation of an international coalition under the United Nations to stabilize Gaza and support the governance of Palestinians. This initiative, according to Macron, aims to mitigate the suffering of Palestinian civilians and Israeli hostages caught in the ongoing conflict.

The French President underscored the urgency of a two-state solution to forestall future conflicts, advocating for a temporary international stabilization mission. He emphasized collaboration with the international community and the UN to realize this vision, suggesting that such an effort would require formal endorsement by the UN Security Council.

Furthermore, France has voiced strong objections to recent Israeli military actions, including an airstrike that resulted in the deaths of five Al Jazeera journalists. These incidents have intensified calls for international intervention.

Adding to the geopolitical shifts, Macron announced France's recognition of Palestine as a state during a UN conference in New York last July, a move supported by the UK and Canada. France's recognition, set to formalize in September, marks it as the first G7 country to take this step. On X (formerly Twitter), Macron stated, "Consistent with its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize the State of Palestine."

This declaration is closely linked to Macron's push for an international coalition, which he believes would not only support the stabilization of Gaza but also help legitimize the newly recognized State of Palestine through global backing.

The initiative aligns with the principles outlined in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (1966), which upholds the right to self-determination, a fundamental aspect of this international discourse.

The proposed international coalition and France's recent diplomatic moves mark a significant shift in international policy towards the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, aiming to foster peace and stability in a region long torn by warfare.