Flags of Palestine and Israel with the dove of peace appeared on the Eiffel Tower.

Paris authorities have hung the flags of Palestine and Israel on the Eiffel Tower ahead of France's recognition of Palestinian statehood. A monitor is installed on the first tier of the tower, which demonstrates both flags and the image of the dove of peace, the tower itself is illuminated with white light, it was reported on September 21.

"Paris supports the initiative of the French President to recognize the State of Palestine. Paris reaffirms its commitment to peace, which is possible only through the implementation of the concept of two states," Mayor Anne Hidalgo said on her Bluesky social network.

Government response: Great Britain, Canada and Australia recognized Palestine

Why did the G7 countries take this step, and how will it affect the war in the Gaza Strip

Earlier it was reported that Emmanuel Macron plans to initiate recognition of the Palestinian state at the session of the UN General Assembly, enlisting the support of a number of Western countries. According to Politico, this step is aimed at increasing international pressure on Israel, although it will not have a direct impact on the situation in Gaza.

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