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Meloni, Macron and Other World Leaders Praise Pope Francis’ Legacy

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy led tributes to Pope Francis from political leaders around the world on Monday, praising him as “a great man and a great pastor.” Most paid homage to the pope’s commitment to speaking out on behalf of the poor. “I had the privilege of enjoying his friendship, his advice and […]

Israel cancels visas of 27 French MPs as Macron signals support for Palestinian state

Two days before their planned visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories, 27 French lawmakers and local officials were informed on Sunday that their entry visas had been revoked. The group, which included members of France’s left-wing ecologist and communist parties, said the trip was meant to promote international cooperation and peace, reported news agency […]

Macron tells Netanyahu ordeal of Gaza civilians ‘must end’

Emmanuel Macron- File Photo (AP) PARIS: France’s President Emmanuel Macron told Israel’s leader during a phone call Tuesday that the suffering of Gazan civilians “must end” and that only a ceasefire in Gaza could free remaining Israeli hostages.“The ordeal the civilian populations of Gaza are going through must end,” Macron posted on X after the […]

Netanyahu Macron Palestinian State: ‘Gravely mistaken’: Israeli PM Netanyahu blasts Macron’s recognition plan for Palestinian state, warns against ‘illusions’

Israeli PM Netanyahu blasts Macron’s recognition plan for Palestinian state, warns against ‘illusions’ Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised French President Emmanuel Macron over his recent statement suggesting France could recognise a Palestinian state within months. In a strongly worded statement on Sunday, Netanyahu said, “President Macron is gravely mistaken in continuing to promote the […]