(Reuters) -Britain, Canada and Australia recognised a Palestinian state on Sunday in a coordinated move borne out of frustration over the Gaza war and intended to promote a two-state solution, angering Israel.

Other countries, including France, are expected to follow suit in the coming days. There was no immediate response from Israel’s closest ally, the United States, which has said it has no plans at this juncture to recognise a Palestinian state.

BRITISH PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER

“Today, to revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis, and a two-state solution, the United Kingdom formally recognises the State of Palestine.

“The man-made humanitarian crisis in Gaza reaches new depths. The Israeli government’s relentless and increasing bombardment of Gaza, the offensiv

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