In a significant move, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce the formal recognition of a Palestinian state by the United Kingdom. This decision aligns the UK with countries like France and Canada, who have also recently recognized Palestine as a state. The announcement comes on the eve of the annual gathering of the United Nations General Assembly, where world leaders are expected to address various global issues.
The UK’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state is rooted in a desire to support the two-state solution, aiming to bring about a peaceful resolution to the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The move follows signals from the UK government that a shift in policy was imminent unless Israel took steps, including agreeing to a ceasefire in Gaza.
However, the decision has faced opposition from the United States, a staunch ally of Israel, which has revoked the visa that would have allowed Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to attend the UN General Assembly in person. Despite this opposition, the UK, along with Canada and Australia, has stood firm in its commitment to recognizing Palestine as a state.
The recognition of a Palestinian state by these countries marks a significant development in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It signals a growing international consensus in support of Palestinian statehood and the two-state solution as a means to achieve lasting peace in the region.
As world leaders prepare to gather at the UN General Assembly, the spotlight will be on the UK’s announcement and its implications for the future of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The decision to recognize Palestine as a state underscores the UK’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region.
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– BBC News: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce800enrglzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
– NPR: https://www.npr.org/2025/09/21/nx-s1-5549084/uk-recognize-palestinian-state-opposition-us
– The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/21/world/europe/starmer-uk-recognize-palestinian-state.html
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