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Starmer plans to recognise Palestine after Trump visit
Keir Starmer to recognise Palestine as a state after Trump’s visit amid escalating tensions and international pressure
Keir Starmer to recognise Palestine as a state after Trump’s visit amid escalating tensions and international pressure
– Sir Keir Starmer will recognise Palestine as a state after Donald Trump’s visit, despite US opposition.
– The UK’s recognition follows internal pressure and a warning from Benjamin Netanyahu about potential security threats.
The recognition comes ahead of the UN General Assembly meeting next week, where several countries, including the UK, are expected to support Palestinian statehood. Yvette Cooper and David Lammy will represent the UK, as Sir Keir will not attend.
Statehood Debate
In July, the Prime Minister stated the UK would recognise Palestine unless Israel agreed to specific conditions, which Israel has rejected. Benjamin Netanyahu condemned Starmer’s impending recognition and warned of potential security threats.
Internal pressure on the Prime Minister is growing, with a significant number of Labour MPs advocating for action.
Cooper has characterised Israel’s actions in Gaza City as reckless, while the government maintains Hamas must disarm and cannot influence the recognition process of Palestine.
