Australia is set to recognise the Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly this year, joining the UK, Canada and France. While recognising a Palestinian state is symbolic, the formation of a future Palestinian state consisting of the West Bank,

"As patriotic Israelis, we believe that a two-state-for-two-people solution remains the only viable path to peace."

A growing number of countries are pledging to recognize a Palestinian state, with more than 145 nations now joining the call for international recognition.

RECENTLY, there has been much discussion in the official political circles of several Western countries regarding their intention to recognise the Palestinian state, some explicitly and clearly, and others rather more ambiguously.

The largely symbolic move has more to do with politics than supporting Palestinians’ right to self-determination.

France, Britain and Canada plan to recognize Palestinian statehood during the Gaza war, but Israeli experts warn the move could reward terrorism and complicate peace efforts.

T he UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire and a two-state solution in Gaza, Sir Keir Starmer has vowed. The prime minister said Benjamin Netanyahu ...

An Italian hospital says a 20-year-old Palestinian woman has died after being transferred from Gaza for treatment

French President Emmanuel Macron shared a letter addressed to the leader of the Palestinian Authority on Thursday, citing a need for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.