Diplomacy & Geopolitics
Macron says world must 'stand firm' on 'abuse of power'
French President Emmanuel Macron called for the world to “stand firm” in the face of what he called an “abuse of power” during his UN diplomatic-week speech.
In the same address, Macron called the situation in conflict-devastated Gaza a “spectacle that shames us all”.
“What is our credibility worth if we remain inactive on Gaza?” Macron said. He said claims that peace had been achieved had not led to humanitarian deliveries.
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Macron called for the world to “stand firm” in the face of what he called an “abuse of power”.
Source note: AFP news report published on 22 September 2026 at 18:57:47 UTC.
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Macron made the remark during what was described as his last speech as France's leader to the UN diplomatic week.
Macron asked what France's credibility was worth if it remained inactive on Gaza.
Macron said claims that peace had been achieved had not led to humanitarian deliveries opening up.
Source note: AFP news report published on 22 September 2026 at 18:47:59 UTC.
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AFP news report published on .