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Macron to press Starmer on recognizing Palestinian state during UK visit
- Emmanuel Macron is urging Sir Keir Starmer to acknowledge Palestine's statehood during his upcoming UK visit, with discussions on this issue expected to be private and significant.
- Both nations support eventual recognition of Palestine, but Downing Street and the Elysée Palace disagree on the pace and method.
- Macron's push for recognition comes amid domestic political changes in the UK, as a new left-wing party advocates a pro-Palestinian position, adding pressure on Starmer.
- Israel opposes Palestinian recognition, arguing it would reward Hamas for attacks, while the UK maintains its position for recognition at a conducive time for peace.
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Macron to press Starmer on recognizing Palestinian state during UK
Emmanuel Macron is expected to urge Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to formally recognize Palestinian statehood during his upcoming state visit to the UK, it was reported on Saturday. The French president arrives in London on Tuesday for a three-day trip, which will include a summit with Starmer, an address to both Houses of Parliament, and a state banquet.
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