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France’s President Emmanuel Macron has positioned the conference as a platform to seek solutions and even contemplate formal recognition of Palestine, a highly sensitive issue that risks antagonizing Israel and broader Western alliances. Major powers, including the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, generally do not recognize Palestine as a sovereign state, adding layers to the diplomatic calculus.
Israeli officials have condemned the conference as rewarding Hamas and encouraging terrorism, emphasizing that any recognition of Palestinian statehood outside bilateral negotiations would amount to a provocative act. The US's cautious approach underscores its commitment to supporting Israel’s security while navigating complex regional dynamics.