President Trump was right in 2020:
"We've spent $8 trillion in the Middle East and we're not fixing our roads in this country? How stupid. How stupid is it? And we're not fixing our tunnels, our bridges, our hospitals, our schools? It's crazy."
Consistent with its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize the State of Palestine.
I will make this solemn announcement before the United Nations General Assembly this coming September.
The urgent priority today is to end the war in Gaza and to bring relief to the civilian population.
Peace is possible.
We need an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and massive humanitarian aid for the people of Gaza. We must also ensure the demilitarization of Hamas, secure and rebuild Gaza. And finally, we must build the State of Palestine, guarantee its viability, and ensure that by accepting its demilitarization and fully recognizing Israel, it contributes to the security of all in the region.
There is no alternative.
The French people want peace in the Middle East. It is our responsibility — as French citizens, alongside Israelis, Palestinians, and our European and international partners — to prove that peace is possible.
In light of the commitments made to me by the President of the Palestinian Authority, I have written to him to express my determination to move forward.
Trust, clarity, and resolve.
We will achieve peace.
The President of the United States just called for the arrest of a sitting Governor.
This is a day I hoped I would never see in America.
I don’t care if you’re a Democrat or a Republican this is a line we cannot cross as a nation — this is an unmistakable step toward authoritarianism.
Rassie has won two World Cups back to back, Lions Tour, Champions Cup, 3 from 3 Autumn Tour, #1 Ranked Team in the World & could field another that would top the rankings, but still gets nothing from @WorldRugby. It’s criminal. It’s more than personal, it’s a vendetta with them.
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This first eight minutes of #FRAvRSA has been *unreal*.
Sorry to go on about it, but the difference between this weekend’s Plate Semi Finals and Cup Semi Finals at #RWC2023 is simply staggering.
Producers, wineries and so many men and women are reliant on the South African #wine industry for their livelihood, which is at severe risk due to the previous and current ban on alcohol sales. #saveSAwine#jobssavelives#drinksouthafrican@ITV@WOSA_ZA