Canada, the U.K. and Australia recognize a Palestinian state
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed Sunday that the U.K. is formally recognizing a Palestinian state despite vociferous opposition from the U.S. and Israel. His announcement follows those from Canada and Australia.
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Canada, the U.K. and Australia all said they formally recognize a Palestinian state.
The moves comes ahead of the U.N. General Assembly this week, where other nations are also expected to recognize a Palestinian state.
More than 140 countries have already recognized a Palestinian state.
Canada, the U.K. and Australia all formally recognize a Palestinian state on Sunday, despite opposition from the U.S. and Israel.
The moves come ahead of the U.N. General Assembly this week, where other nation