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Canada Will Recognize a Palestinian State in Latest Push Against Israel's War
PALESTINE, JUL 31 – Canada and Malta join France and the UK in a symbolic move to recognize Palestine amid global calls to end the Gaza conflict and humanitarian crisis, with over 140 countries recognizing Palestine.
- Canada, Malta, and France seek to recognize a Palestinian state amid regional tensions, with Israel’s ambassador criticizing international pressure, as prime ministers discuss potential recognition moves.
- As with France and the United Kingdom, the decision reflects a broader global shift, with over 140 countries recognizing Palestine, Carney said.
- Carney noted the level of human suffering in Gaza amid global pressure, with scenes of hunger horrifying observers worldwide.
- In response, Israel’s ambassador to Canada, Iddo Moed, warned against rewarding Hamas and said Israel will not bow to the distorted campaign of international pressure.
- Conditions include general elections in 2026 excluding Hamas, demilitarization of the Palestinian state, and efforts to preserve a two-state solution, Carney said.
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The United Kingdom, Canada and Portugal followed France's lead by committing themselves to recognize Palestine in September. Paris shared its indignation about how Israel is leading the war in Gaza and about the intensification of settlement in the West Bank.
France wants to recognize Palestine as a state, Britain and Canada join the advance. They follow numerous countries of the world community. Here you can see the SPIEGEL map as a quick overview.
The DSR Daily for July 31: Canada Latest to Recognize Palestinian State - The DSR Network
On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we discuss Canada joining the UK and France in a push to recognize a Palestinian state, a so-called trade deal with South Korea, Kamala Harris choosing not to run for governor of California, and more.
After France's decision, Canada announced on Thursday, July 31, its intention to recognize the State of Palestine in September.
The pressure on Israel is growing because of the situation in the Middle East. Now, after France, Canada also wants to recognize Palestine. The reaction from Israel follows promptly.
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