British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will publish a statement on Sunday in which he will announce that Britain recognizes a Palestinian state, following the France-led push for coordinated recognition at the UN General Assembly, British media reports
Starmer waited until the end of US President Donald Trump’s visit to Britain because they disagree on this issue, but on the other hand wants to publish the message before departing for the General Assembly in New York.
In July, Starmer announced that he would recognize a Palestinian state if Israel didn’t heed international calls and take steps toward a ceasefire in Gaza alongside devising a permanent solution for the Strip and allowing the flow of humanitarian aid and goods.
Starmer is set to speak at the General Assembly on Friday, four speakers after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which could create an interesting clash given Britain’s historical role in establishing the State of Israel.
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