PARIS, July 30, 2025 (WAFA) - French Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Noel Barrot welcomed the announcement made by United Kingdom's Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding his country's intention to recognize the State of Palestine.

He said the United Kingdom is joining today the momentum created by France for the recognition of the State of Palestine.

“Together, through this pivotal decision and our combined efforts, we are breaking the endless cycle of violence and reopening the prospect of peace in the region,” he said in a post on X.

In a separate statement, the French Foreign Ministry described the violent actions committed by Israeli colonists in the occupied West Bank against Palestinians as "acts of terrorism," stating: "These violent actions are acts of terrorism."

“Settlers have killed more than 30 people since the beginning of 2022. The Israeli authorities must uphold their responsibilities and immediately punish the perpetrators of such violence, which is continuing with impunity, and protect Palestinian civilians,” said the statement.

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