Macron, Saudi Crown Prince to Co-Chair Conference on Two-State Solution in New York

Paris, The Gulf Observer: French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Tuesday that he had spoken with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, with both leaders set to co-chair the upcoming Conference on the Two-State Solution in New York on September 22.

In his remarks, Macron sharply criticized Washington’s decision to deny visas to Palestinian officials, calling the move “unacceptable” and urging the U.S. to reverse it in accordance with the UN Host Country Agreement to ensure Palestinian participation.

“Our objective is clear: to rally the broadest possible international support for the Two-State Solution—the only way to meet the legitimate aspirations of both Israelis and Palestinians,” Macron said.

He emphasized that progress would depend on securing a permanent ceasefire, the release of all hostages, large-scale humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza, and the deployment of a stabilization mission.

The French president also underlined ongoing efforts to ensure that “the day after” Hamas would be disarmed and excluded from governance, while the Palestinian Authority would undergo reform and strengthening, alongside the full reconstruction of Gaza.

“No offensive, annexation attempt, or forced displacement of populations will derail the momentum we have created with the Crown Prince—momentum that many partners have already joined,” Macron stressed.

He concluded with a call for unity ahead of the New York gathering: “See you in New York on September 22. Together, let us make this Conference on the Two-State Solution a decisive turning point for peace and security for all in the region.”