France's representative to the United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned Israel's decision to expand military operations in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire and the release of hostages. The French Foreign Ministry warned that Israel's announcement to militarily occupy northern Gaza, if implemented, would constitute a disaster. France emphasized that the future of the Gaza Strip should be framed within the context of a future Palestinian state led by the Palestinian Authority. The ministry reaffirmed France's commitment to the two-state solution as the only path to lasting peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians. Additionally, France is working with its partners and the United Nations to establish a temporary international mission to stabilize Gaza. Meanwhile, in Israel, there have been calls for strikes to demand the release of hostages held by Hamas.