Group 1 - French President Macron strongly refuted Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's recent criticism regarding the rise of anti-Semitism in France, stating that such activities do not absolve Israel of its current policies in Gaza and other Palestinian territories [1][2] - The diplomatic friction between France and Israel has escalated following Macron's announcement to recognize the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September, leading to mutual accusations and leaked correspondence [1] - Macron emphasized that the accusations of inaction against anti-Semitism are unacceptable and offensive to France, asserting that he only learned of Netanyahu's criticisms through the media [1] Group 2 - Macron condemned Israel's decision to launch a new offensive to "ultimately reoccupy Gaza," arguing that such actions will not lead to victory for Israel but will instead increase its isolation and fuel anti-Semitic activities globally [2] - He called for an end to the "illegal and unjustified" expansion of settlements in the West Bank and reiterated France's commitment to recognizing the State of Palestine, emphasizing the need for a sovereign Palestinian state that acknowledges Israel's security rights and coexists peacefully [2]

Group 1 - A senior Hamas official stated that any external governance of the Gaza Strip would be viewed as "occupation" [1] - The official emphasized that no Arab government would cooperate with Netanyahu regarding the Gaza issue [1] - The official claimed that resistance would end only after the establishment of an independent and fully sovereign Palestinian state [1] Group 2 - On the same day, Netanyahu declared that Israel would maintain complete control over the Gaza Strip [1] - Netanyahu proposed transferring governance of the Gaza Strip to an administration composed of Arab nations [1]