UK recognises Palestine as an independent state
4 hours ago
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- The UK, Canada, and Australia formally recognize Palestine as an independent state.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasizes the need for a two-state solution and peace.
- Recognition is seen as a step to push for an end to Israeli occupation, not as a punishment for Israel.
- Benjamin Netanyahu rejects the recognition, calling it a reward for terrorism.
- Starmer clarifies that recognition is not for Hamas and announces further sanctions against the group.
- The UK calls for more humanitarian aid to Gaza and condemns Israel's actions.
- Recognition is conditional on Israel meeting certain peace plan conditions.
- The UK will now engage in treaties with Palestine and recognize its ambassador.
- Over 150 countries are expected to recognize Palestine soon, though the US opposes it.
- The UK aims to preserve the two-state solution amid fears of Israeli annexation.