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UK, Canada & Australia Recognize Palestinian State Starmer, Carney, Netanyahu Respond

UK, Canada & Australia Recognize Palestinian State Starmer, Carney, Netanyahu Respond

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In this episode of the Politiker Podcast, we break down a historic shift in global diplomacy: the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia have officially recognized the State of Palestine, joining the majority of U.N. member nations.🇬🇧 UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the move as part of his pledge to support a two-state solution, with Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper set to deliver the formal declaration at the United Nations General Assembly.🇨🇦 Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized the need for peace and partnership between Palestinians and Israelis.🇦🇺 Australia joined in the recognition, aligning with several European nations including France and Portugal.Meanwhile, 🇮🇱 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fiercely rejected the recognition, calling it an “absurd reward for terror” and vowing to fight diplomatic pressure at the U.N. and beyond.

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