UK Recognition of Palestinian State

British Prime Minister announced that the UK is formally recognizing a Palestinian state, joining countries like Canada and Australia. The move is historic due to the UK's role in the creation of the Israeli state during its control over Palestine in 1917.

Historical Context

The UK and France historically influenced Middle Eastern politics post-World War I, dividing the region after the Ottoman Empire's defeat. The 1917 Balfour Declaration supported a Jewish national home but also aimed to protect Palestinian rights, which critics argue have been overlooked.