Macron Move to Recognize Palestine Builds on Outrage Over Aid
Macron said in a social-media post late Thursday he will announce the change of status during the next gathering of the United Nations General Assembly in New York in September. He stressed the decision reflects France's 'historic commitment to a just and lasting peace.'
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- Yahoo
Trump gives Starmer the green light to recognise a Palestinian state
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- The Hill
Trump says US will assist with ‘food centers' in Gaza
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28 minutes ago
- Bloomberg
Trump Prioritizes Getting Food to the Hungry in Gaza
President Donald Trump says getting food to the hungry in Gaza is a top priority. He says Hamas has been very difficult to deal with in the last few days, because they are still holding Israeli's hostage. Trump says the US, UK and European Union will work together to set up "food centers." He spoke alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland. (Source: Bloomberg)
