A French official refutes claims by President Trump that recognizing a Palestinian state benefits Hamas, emphasizing the initiative aims to marginalize the terror group and revive the two-state solution. The plan, led by France and Saudi Arabia, includes commitments to condemn violence, exclude Hamas from government, and promote governance reforms. Despite Trump's criticism, the French spokesperson argues that the initiative actually saves the two-state solution and defeats Hamas.

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