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

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