Macron says Israel's blockade of humanitarian aid into Gaza is a 'disgrace''
"The scandal, unacceptable, that is unfolding in Gaza and since the beginning of March it has been a disgrace. A disgrace," French President Emmanuel Macron said describing Israel's blockage of humanitarian aid for Gaza as he called for a ceasefire to end the 20-month-old conflict.
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