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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant speech at the UN, condemning the recognition of Palestine by over 150 countries and asserting that accepting a Palestinian state would be 'national suicide' for Israel, amid ongoing tensions and diplomatic isolation.
During a visit to New York for the UN, Macron's car was blocked by Trump's motorcade, leading him to walk for 30 minutes and call Trump, highlighting tensions over Palestine recognition and international diplomacy.
The 2025 UN General Assembly in New York features over 150 world leaders discussing key issues like Palestine recognition, climate change, and global conflicts, with notable tensions between Brazil and the US, and debates on Palestine's UN status amid US vetoes. The event highlights international diplomacy and ongoing geopolitical challenges.
French President Emmanuel Macron received a hero's welcome at the UN for his speech advocating for Palestinian statehood, echoing historic defiance of US policies, despite domestic unpopularity and international criticism, highlighting a moment of bold independence reminiscent of Gaullist tradition.
France, led by Macron, has officially recognized the state of Palestine, framing it as a move towards peace and a defeat for Hamas, while calling for a two-state solution, humanitarian aid in Gaza, and a transitional administration involving the Palestinian Authority. Macron emphasized the importance of ending the ongoing war in Gaza and supporting peace negotiations, coinciding with a key UN summit on the Middle East crisis.
During UN week, over 150 countries, including the UK, Canada, and Portugal, recognized Palestine, highlighting a shift in global support amid increased Israeli military actions in Gaza. The U.S. and Israel face diplomatic isolation, with the U.S. under Trump adopting a more anti-Palestinian stance, and Israel considering annexation of parts of the West Bank. Key leaders like Netanyahu and Trump are engaging in discussions on military and diplomatic strategies, with upcoming speeches and meetings aimed at addressing the Gaza conflict and regional peace efforts.
Several countries including the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have formally recognized Palestine, marking a significant shift amid ongoing Middle East tensions and a push for a two-state solution, with implications for regional and international diplomacy.
While there is a cautious welcome in the West Bank for the recognition of Palestine by several countries, many Palestinians express skepticism, emphasizing that recognition alone is insufficient without concrete actions and policies to address ongoing issues and support Palestinian rights.
The article discusses the potential implications of recognizing Palestine as a state, highlighting that while it could strengthen diplomatic negotiations and reaffirm Palestinian rights, it is unlikely to stop the Gaza conflict on its own. Recognition is largely symbolic and must be accompanied by practical measures, with concerns about Israel's reaction and the need for concrete actions to achieve lasting peace.
The Sunday Times reports on Keir Starmer's plan to recognize Palestine and impose restrictions on Hamas, amid ongoing Gaza conflict; other headlines cover Fergie’s email to Epstein, Maxwell’s comfortable prison life, and UK political debates on patriotism and welfare policies.
Donald Trump expressed disagreement with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's move to recognize Palestine, amid ongoing tensions over Gaza and international efforts by Western countries to recognize Palestinian statehood, which face opposition from Israel and the US.
The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly supported a nonbinding resolution endorsing a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict, urging Israel to commit to Palestinian statehood amid ongoing tensions and violence, with significant international backing and opposition from Israel and the US.
The European Parliament has approved a resolution urging EU countries to recognize the State of Palestine and take diplomatic steps towards a two-state solution, amid ongoing tensions and calls for ceasefire in Gaza. The resolution emphasizes the need for a peaceful resolution and recognizes Israel's right to self-defense, while also condemning military actions in Gaza. Several EU countries have already recognized Palestine, with more expected to follow.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen stated that Denmark is not ready to recognize a Palestinian state, emphasizing that Israel does not have a veto over Danish recognition, and criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza that undermine the two-state solution.
Belgium plans to recognize Palestine at the upcoming UN General Assembly and will impose 12 sanctions on Israel, including trade restrictions and diplomatic measures, in response to the humanitarian crisis in Palestine and Israel's actions, aiming to support a two-state solution and hold Israel accountable.