French Ambassador Patrick Maisonnave, in an interview in Riyadh, emphasized that lasting peace and stability in the region are unattainable without a two-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He reaffirmed France's alignment with Saudi-led diplomatic and humanitarian initiatives in Yemen, highlighting ongoing support for relief efforts and the importance of long-term stability. Maisonnave also discussed evolving European Union discussions on designating the Houthis as a terrorist organization and praised the deepening Saudi-French partnership, citing recent cultural and economic collaborations, including the development of AlUla and new artistic initiatives in Riyadh. The ambassador credited recent high-level visits and agreements for accelerating cooperation across multiple sectors.