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UK, Canada, Australia and Portugal Recognize Palestine as Netanyahu Vows to Fight the Move

Supporters say the coordinated recognitions are meant to revive a two‑state track despite Israel’s rejection and a U.S. view that the step is largely symbolic.

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Overview

  • With these announcements, the tally of UN member states recognizing Palestine has risen to about 150–151, including the first G7 recognitions by the UK and Canada.
  • Washington dismissed the move as a gesture, saying it prioritizes hostage releases, Israel’s security and a negotiated path to regional peace without Hamas.
  • Israeli leaders denounced the recognitions, as far‑right ministers proposed countermeasures such as annexing much or all of the West Bank, including a plan cited to take over more than 80%.
  • France and Saudi Arabia are hosting a conference at the UN General Assembly on steps toward a Palestinian state, with further European recognitions expected and Mahmoud Abbas joining by video after the U.S. denied visas to the PA delegation.
  • Leaders Keir Starmer, Mark Carney and Anthony Albanese framed their decisions as part of a coordinated push to restore momentum to a two‑state solution and to press for a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza.