France warns mayors against flying Palestinian flags ahead of statehood recognition

19/09/2025 14:29 France 24

As France prepares to recognise Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly next week, the French interior ministry on Friday ordered prefects to oppose the display of Palestinian flags on town halls and other public buildings to protect "the principle of neutrality". Several opposition politicians from the left have denounced the order.

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France's Interior Ministry warns mayors against flying Palestinian flag next week

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