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Did the UK recognize Palestinian statehood?

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The United Kingdom has formally recognized the state of Palestine, marking a major shift in its foreign policy. This decision was announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and aligns the UK with over 140 countries worldwide. The move is largely symbolic but is seen as a step toward supporting a two-state solution.

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What does recognition of Palestinian statehood mean?

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  • The United Kingdom and other Western nations have formally recognized Palestine.
  • About 150 UN member states recognize Palestine, but it only has observer status at the UN. 17s
  • Recognition is intended to pressure Israel to end the Gaza conflict and settlement expansion. 1m 9s
  • Palestinian diplomatic missions may be upgraded, but practical changes are limited by Israeli control. 2m 10s
  • Israel opposes recognition, while some Western countries see it as supporting peaceful coexistence. 2m 56s
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What does recognition of Palestinian statehood mean?
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Reuters
4 hours ago
What does recognition of Palestinian statehood mean?

The United Kingdom formally recognizes the state of Palestine, joining a growing number of major Western powers.

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Al Jazeera
11 hours ago
Palestinian flag raised outside embassy in London after UK recognition

The United Kingdom formally recognises the State of Palestine, symbolised by the raising of the Palestinian flag outside the embassy in London.

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CBS News
15 hours ago
U.K., Canada, Australia recognize Palestinian state

The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Portugal all announced their formal recognition of a Palestinian state.

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Reuters
1 day ago
Britain, Canada and Australia all recognize Palestinian state

The United Kingdom formally recognises the state of Palestine.

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Al Jazeera
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I can confirm the UK will recognise the state of Palestine.

Recognising Palestine is a major shift in British foreign policy
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Al Jazeera
3 days ago
Recognising Palestine is a major shift in British foreign policy

Recognition of Palestine has long been a pledge of the ruling Labour Party. The UK has now formally recognised Palestine, representing a significant change in its longstanding foreign policy.

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