France to Officially Recognize State of Palestine, Macron Announces

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France will officially recognize the state of Palestine, "true to its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East," French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Thursday.

"I will make the solemn announcement at the United Nations General Assembly" in September, Macron said in a statement.
ABC News' Maggie Rulli reports.

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