UK to Recognize Palestine at UN if Israel Resists Ceasefire
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer declared the UK will recognize Palestine at the UN General Assembly unless Israel advances towards a ceasefire in Gaza. He urges Hamas to release hostages and disarm while promising UK recognition unless substantial progress is seen. The UK aims for a two-state solution.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Tuesday that the UK is prepared to recognize the state of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly, contingent on Israel's steps toward a ceasefire in Gaza.
From 10 Downing Street, Starmer urged Hamas to release hostages, agree to a ceasefire, and disarm, emphasizing that the organization will have no role in governing Gaza.
Starmer reiterated the UK's commitment to a two-state solution, highlighting the need for a viable and sovereign Palestinian state and pointing to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as a driving factor in the decision.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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