Overview

• Portugal’s foreign ministry said the official declaration of recognition will be issued on 21 September.
• The timing is set before next week’s high‑level discussions at the UN General Assembly centered on a two‑state solution.
• Lisbon had previously favored coordinating a common EU position, contrasting with Spain, Ireland and Norway’s recognitions in May 2024.
• Only a minority of EU members recognize Palestine, underscoring ongoing divisions across Europe on the issue.
• Israel has condemned such recognitions, while advocates point to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza as a key driver.