Macron calls for a permanent ceasefire and criticizes Israel's plan to control Gaza, highlighting risks to hostages and journalists.

French President Emmanuel Macron has said the war in Gaza must end with a permanent truce, criticizing Israel's plan to take control of Gaza City as a disaster. He stressed that a UN-mandated stabilization mission is needed. Israeli PM Netanyahu has defended the army's actions, while the attacks on Gaza journalists have been condemned by international leaders, including British PM Starmer and Germany, which emphasizes that their killing is unacceptable. The UN said Israel's actions constitute a serious violation of international humanitarian law.