British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the UK might recognise Palestine at the UN in September if Israel doesn’t agree to a Gaza ceasefire and commit to a lasting peace. This decision follows mounting international pressure, including France’s similar move. In a major policy shift, Starmer declared the UK will formally recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza and takes steps toward a lasting peace process. This UK’s stance is in line with France’s recent announcement to recognize a Palestinian state at the UN in September. Starmer’s plan is conditional, urging Israel to halt hostilities and pursue a two-state solution, excluding Hamas.
