French President Emmanuel Macron stated on Monday that Hamas "must have no part" in the future governance of Gaza, reiterating France’s position that the group should no longer pose a threat to Israel.
Emmanuel Macron © Mena Today
French President Emmanuel Macron stated on Monday that Hamas "must have no part" in the future governance of Gaza, reiterating France’s position that the group should no longer pose a threat to Israel.
Speaking alongside Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi during an official visit to Cairo, Macron reaffirmed his “full support” for the Arab League-endorsed plan for the reconstruction of Gaza, emphasizing that any future political framework must exclude Hamas.
“I want to be very clear: Hamas can no longer be part of Gaza’s governance. The group must not represent a threat to Israel’s security in the future,” Macron said during a joint press conference with President Sisi.
The French president’s remarks come amid ongoing efforts by regional and international actors to chart a post-war future for the devastated Palestinian territory. Egypt, a key regional mediator, has taken a central role in ceasefire talks and humanitarian coordination since the conflict between Israel and Hamas reignited in October 2023.
Macron also underlined France’s commitment to long-term stability and reconstruction in Gaza, calling for coordinated international support and a revitalized peace process that leads to a two-state solution.
The Arab League plan, backed by France, outlines a roadmap for rebuilding Gaza’s infrastructure and economy, while proposing a transitional governance structure involving the Palestinian Authority and other non-Hamas actors.
Macron’s visit to Cairo follows trilateral discussions with Egyptian and Jordanian leaders aimed at increasing diplomatic pressure for a ceasefire and the release of hostages held by Hamas.
Hamas is designated as a terrorist organization by the European Union, United States, and several other countries.
Ahmed Al-Sharaa, Syria’s self-declared interim president and leader of the Islamist coalition that overthrew Bashar al-Assad last December, is set to visit Turkey on Friday, a move signaling Ankara's growing involvement in post-war Syria.
Israel's Supreme Court will hear arguments on Tuesday on whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acted lawfully in sacking the head of the domestic intelligence service amid a political scandal that has fuelled a wave of anti-government protests.
Arab states formally support the Palestinian cause but security, regional and sectarian tensions have strained their ties with the Palestinians scattered across the Middle East, leading to political and military crises.
To make this website run properly and to improve your experience, we use cookies. For more detailed information, please check our Cookie Policy.
Necessary cookies enable core functionality. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and can only be disabled by changing your browser preferences.
