How did French President Macron comment on the burial of the last Israeli hostage in Gaza?

Paris, France – French President Emmanuel Macron posted a message of condolence on the occasion of the burial of Israeli policeman Ran Gafili, the last hostage recovered by Israel from the Gaza Strip. He emphasized that his thoughts were with Gafili’s family and loved ones, and with the Israeli people, who can now begin to heal the wounds inflicted by the October 7, 2013, attack carried out by Hamas.

Macron added that the memory of the victims of that day will never be forgotten, and that this event marks the beginning of a new phase in the Gaza peace plan, which aims to achieve lasting security and stability for both the Palestinian and Israeli peoples. He explained that this phase includes important measures, among them the disarmament of Hamas to ensure a safe and stable environment.

The French president affirmed that France will continue to play its role in this framework, in cooperation with its international partners, to support peace efforts and achieve stability in the region.

This statement comes after Israel recovered all hostages from Gaza, both living and the remains of those who died, as part of the first phase of a ceasefire agreement reached with international assistance, including from the United States. This represents a crucial step towards restoring security and initiating the peace process in the Gaza Strip.