Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has firmly rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, claiming it poses a direct threat to Israel’s security and violates its historical rights. In response to French President Emmanuel Macron’s announcement to formally recognize Palestine, Katz accused Macron of "surrendering to terrorism." Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu echoed this stance, expressing strong opposition. Meanwhile, Macron reaffirmed France's commitment to a two-state solution and emphasized disarmament of Hamas and reconstruction of Gaza. Ireland, Spain, and Norway have already recognized Palestinian statehood.