French President Emmanuel Macron made a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which he stressed the need to open a political horizon, noting that the two-state solution - living side by side in security and peace - is the only way to ensure stability in the Middle East region.
A statement from the French presidency stated that Macron discussed with Netanyahu - during the phone call - the situation of the hostages being held in Gaza, including eight Frenchmen
Also, they discussed the ongoing steps and the efforts of the partners concerned to release all the hostages.
Macron indicated that this issue is a top priority for France.