From France pans Smotrich’s call for Israeli annexation of West Bank
Lazar Berman is The Times of Israel's diplomatic reporter
France condemns Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s call for Israel’s annexation of the West Bank.
“These remarks are contrary to international law and undermine efforts to de-escalate regional tensions,” says the French Foreign Ministry spokesperson.
“France reiterates its commitment to the implementation of the two-state solution, with Israel and Palestine living side by side in peace and security, as the only viable prospect for a just and lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.”
