Recognition of Palestinian State by the UK
British Prime Minister announced that the UK is formally recognizing a Palestinian state, despite strong opposition from the US and Israel. This decision follows similar announcements by Canada and Australia, aiming to revive hopes for peace between Palestinians and Israelis.
International Recognition
- More than 140 countries have recognized a Palestinian state, with France expected to join soon.
Historical Context
- The UK and France have historically influenced Middle Eastern politics, especially post-World War I.
- The 1917 Balfour Declaration by the UK supported a Jewish homeland but also promised to protect Palestinian civil rights, a promise critics argue has been neglected.