Malaysia, France reiterate calls for permanent ceasefire in Gaza


Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (front, left) attends a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace today. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED

PARIS: Malaysia and France have both reiterated calls for a ceasefire in Gaza as the Asian leader paid an official visit on his European counterpart here.

President Emmanuel Macron, speaking near the steps at the entrance of Palais de l’Elysee, said the two nations were now calling “more than ever” for an agreement on a permanent ceasefire, the release of hostages, and unimpeded access for humanitarian aid, which is so desperately needed in Gaza.

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