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French FM Barrot urges Iran to make ‘major’ concessions during Israel visit

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot shakes hands with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar as they meet in Jerusalem on 20 March 2026. REUTERS - Ronen Zvulun

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Friday during a visit to Israel that Iran must make major concessions as part of any long-term political solution after the Middle East war. He also repeated a call for Israel and Lebanon to hold direct talks over ground operations targeting Hezbollah.

"Whatever the outcome of the ongoing military operations, it must be complemented by a political solution that produces lasting results," Barrot told journalists in Tel Aviv. "In this regard, the Iranian regime must be prepared to make major concessions – a radical change of stance."

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