Israeli plans for annexation in West Bank would be 'red line': Emmanuel Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron made the remarks after meeting Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas in Paris.

French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Tuesday that any Israeli plans for annexation in the West Bank would be a "red line" and would provoke a European reaction.

French President Emmanuel Macron, right, shakes hands with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas after a joint statement at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Tuesday Nov. 11 2025. (AP)

"Plans for partial or total annexation, whether legal or de facto, constitute a red line to which we will respond strongly with our European partners," said Macron after meeting Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas in Paris.

"The violence of the settlers and the acceleration of settlement projects are reaching new heights, threatening the stability of the West Bank and constitute violations of international law," Macron added.