In historic move, UK recognizes a Palestinian state despite opposition from US and Israel Updated 10 mins ago British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the U.K. is formally recognizing a Palestinian state despite opposition from the U.S. and Israel. On Sunday, Starmer explained that the move aims to end the conflict in Gaza and promote lasting peace between Israel and the Palestinians. Although largely symbolic, this decision is historic, as the U.K. played a role in the region's past. The announcement follows Starmer's July statement that the U.K. would recognize a Palestinian state unless Israel agreed to specific conditions. More than 140 countries have already recognized a Palestinian state, with others expected to follow at the U.N. General Assembly.

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