Trump shrugs off France’s recognition of Palestine as Rubio, prominent Republicans blast move
Share this @internewscast.com

President Donald Trump on Friday downplayed French President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal to recognize a Palestinian state—a notably milder reaction compared to the strong rebuke from Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other leading Republicans, who criticized the decision the previous day.

“What he says doesn’t matter,” Trump told reporters at the White House. “He’s a very good guy. I like him, but that statement doesn’t carry weight.”

On Thursday, Macron announced on X his plan for France to recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly in the upcoming September.

President Emmanuel Macron

Macron used X to declare France’s official recognition of the Palestinian State at the United Nations General Assembly in September.  (TERESA SUAREZ/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Sen. Lindsay Graham, R-S.C., and Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., joined Rubio in sounding off against Macron.

“The French government’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state is curious and disturbing on multiple levels. I am certain this will embolden Hamas and make a ceasefire more difficult,” Graham wrote on X.

Graham also railed against what he said were the shortcomings of such a plan, asking a series of rhetorical questions paired with sarcasm.

“Who’s in charge? What are the borders and boundaries? What is the governance structure? Does Hamas stay involved politically or militarily? Is the West Bank and Gaza part of a single state? Are they allowed to have an army? Does the education system change?” Graham wrote

“Other than these few missing details, it seems like a foolproof plan!”

Cotton also blasted the moves as a “shameful endorsement of terrorists.”

“The best way for this conflict to end is to back Israel in its righteous mission of rescuing the hostages and defeating Hamas,” Cotton said.

Israeli officials responded swiftly and sharply to Macron on Thursday. 

Meanwhile, Israeli officials responded swiftly and sharply. 

“We strongly condemn President Macron’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state next to Tel Aviv in the wake of the October 7 massacre,” Prime Minister Benajamin Netanyahu said in a statement. 

Palestinians mourn relatives

Palestinians mourn relatives killed in the Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip, at a hospital morgue in Deir al-Balah, Tuesday, July 9, 2024. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)

He added: “The Land of Israel belongs to the people of Israel, and even President Macron’s declaration will not change that.” Levin called for Israel to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria and the Jordan Valley, calling it “a just and historic response to the shameful decision by the President of France.”

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Secret Service thwarts potential threat near Trump's White House grounds with rapid response

Secret Service Swiftly Neutralizes Possible Threat Near Trump’s White House

The U.S. Secret Service announced on Sunday night that they have taken…
Crowded beach in Palaio Faliro, Athens, with palm trees and beach umbrellas.

Young Girl Discovered Deceased on Greek Beach: Police Investigate Her Identity

Tragically, the body of a young girl was discovered on a Greek…
A man accused of stabbing 11 people at a Walmart is in Michigan authorities' custody

Man Allegedly Responsible for Stabbing 11 at Walmart Now in Custody of Michigan Authorities

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Chaos erupted at a Walmart in Michigan…
'King of the Hill' cast talks Comic-Con return, series revival, fan love and how Hank Hill would totally side-eye cosplay.

“‘King of the Hill’ Cast Discusses Comic-Con Comeback, Show Revival, Fan Appreciation, and Hank Hill’s Take on Cosplay”

For the team behind “King of the Hill,” coming back to San…
Court overturns conviction, orders new trial of man convicted in 1979 Etan Patz murder

Confession Doubts Emerge After Reversal in Etan Patz Murder Case, One of the First Milk Carton Missing Children

The man imprisoned for kidnapping and murdering a six-year-old boy in New…
Protests across Illinois, Chicago join national day of action over federal healthcare cuts under Trump administration

Illinois and Chicago Join Nationwide Protests Against Federal Healthcare Cuts under Trump Administration

CHICAGO (WLS) — Demonstrators rallied in Chicago and across Illinois Saturday as…
Report: Now John Bolton's Name Comes Up in the Russia Collusion Hoax—Did He Bury Evidence?

Report: John Bolton Implicated in Alleged Russia Collusion Hoax – Evidence Concealment Questioned

The Russia Collusion story is like the Jeffrey Epstein saga: neither will…
Collage of a woman relaxing on a beach lounger in North Korea.

Tourists Explore North Korea’s Eerie ‘Benidorm’ Resort Under Close Supervision

NORTH Korea has welcomed its first tourists to its ghostly new “Benidorm”…
Iran's Africa activities pose 'significant threats to US national security'

Iran’s Engagement in Africa: A Major Concern for US National Security

The State Department and the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee…

Terrified Passengers Evacuate Plane After Landing Gear Incident Causes Smoke and Fire

THIS is the moment more than 150 terrified passengers scrambled to evacuate…
US and EU agree to trade deal. Here's what to know

US and EU Forge Trade Agreement: Key Details You Need to Know

The import taxes levied when Americans purchase European goods may lead to…
Tropical bay with sailboats at sunset.

Seven-Year-Old Boy Attacked by 13ft Shark; Loses Part of Leg After Jumping into Water with Friends

A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD boy has been attacked by a 13ft shark who ripped…