Macron Strikes UN Podium While Addressing Gaza Situation

French President Emmanuel Macron struck the podium during his speech at the UN General Assembly, taking aim at US President Donald Trump’s claims of having achieved peace in Gaza.

According to Reuters, Macron noted that not a single humanitarian corridor has been reopened in the Gaza Strip, despite the much-touted claims of peace. Macron stated that the world is witnessing a spectacle that should bring shame to all parties involved.

He harshly criticised Trump’s portrayal of the Gaza peace plan as a diplomatic victory. Macron spoke before the UN General Assembly just hours after Trump had used the same podium to boast about the plan’s success.

“A year ago, in this room, about a dozen countries recognised Palestine. I hear the cynicism of some saying ‘recognition is just a piece of paper, look at the reality,’” Macron said, striking the podium with his fist during his final speech at the UN.

“However, what credibility do we have if we continue to remain silent in the face of the situation in Gaza? There are those who boast of a false peace. Yet, that peace has not reopened humanitarian access for even a single second. Are we merely going to stand by and witness a spectacle that should make us all feel ashamed?” he continued.

White House Responds

Responding to Macron’s criticism, White House spokesperson Anna Kelly stated that it was Trump who ended the war between Israel and Hamas. Furthermore, she claimed that Trump was responsible for the return of hostages as well as the remains of those who died in the conflict.

“President Trump ended the war between Israel and Hamas, released all living hostages, returned the remains of deceased victims to their families, and is now leading the implementation of the 20-Point Plan for Peace in Gaza,” she said.

Anna Kelly asserted that other nations have taken no action whatsoever. They, she argued, are merely capable of talk.

“While other parties only talk, this President is facing these complex issues directly. No other party has done more for peace and stability in this region,” she concluded.