France says surprised by European Commission presence at Board of Peace
ReutersFeb 19, 2026 2:24 PM
PARIS, Feb 19 (Reuters) - France said on Thursday it was surprised that the European Commission had sent an official to the Board of Peace in Washington saying it did not have the mandate to represent member states, its foreign ministry spokesperson said.
Speaking to reporters, Pascal Confavreux said as far as Paris was concerned the Board of Peace needed to recentre to focus on Gaza in line with a United Nations Security Council resolution and that until that ambiguity was lifted France would not take part.
"Regarding the European Commission and its participation, in reality we are surprised because it does not have a mandate from the Council to go and participate," he said.
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