Corsican Assembly recognizes Palestine, condemns Israeli genocide
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In a significant political stance, Corsica's regional assembly calls for a shift in French foreign policy, urging an end to military support for "Israel".
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French President Emmanuel Macron shakes hands with Corsican Assembly President Marie-Antoinette Maupertuis before addressing the Corsican Assembly in Ajaccio, as part of a three-day visit in the southern French island of Corsica, Thursday, Sept 28, 2023 (Pool via AP)
The Corsican Assembly has officially recognized the State of Palestine and issued a strong condemnation of the Israeli genocide in Gaza, Anadolu Agency reported.
The island, a territorial collectivity of France, is expected to achieve "a form of autonomy" in the near future.
The resolution, presented by Assembly President Marie-Antoinette Maupertuis, cited ongoing violations of international law by the Israeli government and expressed unwavering support for the Palestinian people.
Following the vote, Maupertuis posted on X: “The @AssembleeCorse recognizes the State of Palestine, denounces the genocidal acts committed against the Palestinian population, and opposes the use of Corsican and Sardinian military bases for operations that violate universal human rights.” Sardinia, referenced in her statement, is an autonomous region of Italy.
Adoption de la motion que j’ai déposée avec @coreinfronte, @giajosepha, @PGHIONGA et @fapopuluAC relative au peuple palestinien et à la situation actuelle à Gaza.
— Marie-Antoinette Maupertuis (@Maupertuis_N) June 27, 2025
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The resolution declares that the Corsican Assembly "recognizes the existence of the State of Palestine, in accordance with previous United Nations resolutions." While it reaffirms "Israel's" right to "exist in peace and security" under international law, it accuses the Israeli government of committing "international crimes, including the crime of genocide."
Call for French policy shift on Palestine, military support
The motion also called on the French government to formally recognize Palestinian statehood. Furthermore, it urged an immediate halt to all transfers of weapons, ammunition, and military equipment to "Israel" as long as its military operations continue to violate international law.
Advocating for a political resolution based on mutual recognition and respect, the Assembly emphasized the importance of establishing two sovereign states. It called for the acknowledgment of each side's political, cultural, and religious rights as a foundation for lasting peace.
Reaffirming its support for the Palestinian cause, the resolution highlighted Corsica's long-standing solidarity, referencing decades of "occupation, discrimination, and systematic violence" suffered by the Palestinian people.
The Corsican Assembly's recognition of Palestine adds to growing European calls for formal acknowledgment of Palestinian statehood and scrutiny of the Israeli government's conduct in Gaza.
