Macron tells Netanyahu to respect UN decisions on Israel's creation

politico.eu October 15, 2024, 09:00 PM UTC

Summary: French President Emmanuel Macron has warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to respect United Nations decisions. This statement comes amid rising tensions between France and Israel, particularly concerning the situation in Lebanon.

Macron emphasized that Israel's creation was based on a U.N. decision from 1947. His comments reflect growing concerns about the potential escalation of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.

The exchange between Macron and Netanyahu highlights increasing diplomatic friction as fears mount over the impact of the conflict on Lebanon's civilian population.

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