4 Major Western Nations Recognise Palestinian State
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France recognizes Palestinian statehood ahead of UN meeting
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The U.K., Australia and Canada have formally recognized a Palestinian state, prompting an angry response from Israel.
The UK has officially recognised a Palestinian state. Here's Sir Keir Starmer's announcement in full. In the face of the growing horror in the Middle East, we are acting to keep alive the possibility of peace and a two-state solution. That means a safe and secure Israel alongside a viable Palestinian state. At the moment, we have neither. u2029
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he hopes the move will "revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis."