The state of Palestine recognized by the Assembly of Corsica, still not by France

Meeting Thursday, June 27 in Ajaccio, the Corsican Assembly voted by a large majority – only the right has abstained – a motion symbolically recognizing the existence of the state of Palestine. The text, carried by President Marie-Antoinette Maupertuis, is based on UN resolutions, denounces “potentially genocidal” acts in Gaza, and calls for an immediate ceasefire. He also asked for the cessation of arms deliveries to Israel and refuses the use of Corsican military bases for purposes contrary to human rights.

Without legal scope, this motion nevertheless marks a strong political gesture. Several rebellious elected officials welcomed him, speaking of “exemplary courage”. Others, such as Nicolas Battini, president of Mossa Palatina, denounced an ideological drift, castigating an “Islamo-leftist” discourse.

But behind this vote, it is also the inaction of the French government which is pointed out. While Spain, Ireland or Norway have recognized the state of Palestine, France remains frozen in the vague formulas and diplomatic prudence. In April, the president promised a recognition “at useful”. Two months later, nothing. The genocide continues, and Paris looks elsewhere. This silence becomes heavy, even accomplice. By dint of waiting for a “good moment” which never comes, France loses its voice, its weight, and a part of its principles. On the international scene, she is silent where she should speak loudly. The Assembly of Corsica has decided. And his gesture sounds like a brutal reminder to the Élysée: there is no longer time to hesitate.