Overview

• London, Ottawa and Canberra said recognition is meant to revive peace prospects and does not confer any role for Hamas in future governance.
• Canada detailed PA commitments that include governance overhauls, demilitarisation and 2026 elections from which Hamas is excluded, with Australia outlining similar conditions.
• Israel condemned the announcements, the U.S. voiced opposition with warnings of repercussions, and President Trump signaled potential penalties including pressure on Canada’s trade ties.
• Israel’s national security minister Itamar Ben‑Gvir denounced the moves as a reward for “murderers” and said he would propose applying Israeli sovereignty over parts of the West Bank.
• Further recognitions are expected around the U.N. General Assembly this week, with France and Portugal cited by officials as preparing announcements and a France‑Saudi conference scheduled in New York.