France took part in airdrops that delivered much-needed humanitarian aid to Gaza in the early days of Israel's response to Hamas' attack on October 7, 2023.

Israel must open full humanitarian access to address the risk of famine," he added. Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot earlier in the day had told broadcaster franceinfo that France was sending four flights carrying 10 tonnes of humanitarian aid each to Gaza from Jordan.

Canada and Malta just hopped on the growing list of countries officially planning to recognize the State of Palestine. The announcement came on Wednesday, with both nations confirming they’ll make it official during the United Nations General Assembly this September.