French President Emmanuel Macron addresses UN General Assembly on Gaza and global order

During his final address to the United Nations General Assembly as president, Emmanuel Macron delivered a strong critique of the current global order and the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. Speaking on September 22, 2026, Macron condemned what he described as the "law of the jungle" and the hypocrisy of international double standards, arguing that the inaction regarding the situation in Gaza and the West Bank is a source of shame for the international community. He specifically called for a two-state solution, asserting it is a fundamental requirement for the security of Israel and its people.

Macron expressed deep concern over the escalating violence perpetrated by settlers in the West Bank and criticized the paralysis of the UN Security Council in the face of international law violations. He argued that the current climate of impunity is unacceptable and called for immediate reforms to the Security Council to restore its effectiveness. Reflecting on his tenure, which concludes in May 2027, Macron urged the United Nations to return to its founding principles and strengthen multilateral cooperation to prevent further global instability.