The U.K., Australia and Canada have formally recognized a Palestinian state, prompting an angry response from Israel.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he hopes the move will "revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis."

British FM Yvette Cooper says she has 'been clear' to Israeli counterpart that recognition is about 'the best way to respect the security' of both Israel and Palestinians

Israel and its arms makers have long been viewed as producing cutting-edge weapons technology. But as international criticism of the war in Gaza grows, Israel risks losing its position in some markets.

Both the Israeli and US governments say recognition is a diplomatic gift for Hamas, warning it will bolster the group.

After five years as Israel's envoy in London, Hotovely departs as Tzachi Braverman prepares to assume the post amid a broader diplomatic transition.

The UK is expected to formally recognise Palestine within the next 48 hours as Israel is set to fail to meet conditions set by the Government. Keir Starmer had told Israel it must take "substantive steps to end the appalling situation in Gaza" by September,

A Jewish member of the UK’s ruling Labour party hits out at Israel days after he and a fellow Jewish Labour MP were blocked by Israel from visiting the West Bank.