France paves the way to peace?

(JTA) — French President Emmanuel Macron formally announced his country’s recognition of Palestinian statehood on Monday at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.

“True to the historic commitment of my country to the Middle East, to peace between the Israelis and the Palestinians, this is why I declare that today, France recognizes the state of Palestine,” Macron said, receiving a loud applause from the more than 140 leaders in attendance.

During his announcement, Macron also outlined his vision for a “renewed Palestinian Authority” and highlighted a recently approved declaratio...