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Macron calls U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner's criticism of France "unacceptable" for diplomat
In an interview with CBS News' "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the French president pushed back on criticism for recognizing a Palestinian state.
Macron also mounted a defence of the current international order after President Donald Trump savaged the United Nations in a speech to the organisation's General Assembly.
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The incident took place shortly after Macron delivered his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, where he formally announced France’s recognition of the State of Palestine. As he exited the UN headquarters, New York police held him back, citing the imminent passage of the presidential convoy.
The following is the full transcript of an interview with French President Emmanuel Macron, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 21, 2025.
French President Emmanuel Macron likes to say that he can get President Donald Trump on the phone any time he wants. In New York for the U.N. General Assembly, he proved it.
French President Emmanuel Macron said the world can "no longer wait" to put an end to the war in the Gaza Strip and releasing the remaining 48 hostages held by Hamas.View on euronews
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