UK Mulls Recognizing Palestinian State, Says David Cameron

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:50pm on 30 Jan 2024,Tuesday International

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron revealed the UK's contemplation of recognizing a Palestinian state at the United Nations, aiming to advance a two-state solution amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. Cameron emphasized the need to outline the framework of a Palestinian state and suggested recognition as a step towards irreversible progress. The proposal is part of Cameron's five-point plan to address the ongoing conflict, which includes international support for Gaza, forming a new Palestinian government, and addressing Hamas' attacks on Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opposes full Palestinian statehood. The UK government has previously stated conditional support for recognition.

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