Palestinian statehood

‘Need to fight false propaganda’: Netanyahu vows to oppose UN recognition of Palestinian state; warns it could threaten Israel’s survival

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday vowed to oppose international efforts to recognise a Palestinian state, warning that such a move would threaten Israel’s survival. Netanyahu made the remarks as several countries, including France, the UK, Canada, Australia, and Belgium, prepared to announce recognition of Palestinian statehood at the United Nations next week.“We will […]

‘Insult to victims’: US slams UN resolution on Palestine; calls it ‘gift to Hamas’ | World News

US slams UN resolution on Palestine, calls it ‘gift to Hamas’ The United States on Friday strongly opposed a United Nations General Assembly resolution backing Palestinian statehood, dismissing it as a move that would embolden Hamas and hinder peace efforts. The resolution, known as the ‘New York Declaration’, was adopted with 142 votes in favour, […]

Middle east tensions: Netanyahu’s ‘greater Israel’ comments spark criticism; Arab nations slam ‘delusional claims’

Arab nations have critised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over remarks apparently endorsing the idea of an expanded “Greater Israel”, warning that such comments threaten their sovereignty at a particularly volatile moment for the Middle East.The term refers to a biblical interpretation of Israel’s borders during the reign of King Solomon, stretching beyond the current […]

Palestine statehood: More countries back two-state solution – what’s keeping the dream a dream?

Palestinians carry sacks of flour taken from a humanitarian aid convoy en route to Gaza City, in the outskirts of Beit Lahiya, northern Gaza Strip. (Pic credit: AP) First France, then the United Kingdom, and now Canada: three of America’s closest Western allies have recently voiced support for the idea of a Palestinian state, adding […]

Who is backing Palestine? From Canada to France, countries recognising its statehood; what is India’s stance?

Entire districts were razed to the ground in Gaza (Photo: NYT) In a sweeping diplomatic shift, several key allies of the United States are now preparing to formally recognise Palestine as a sovereign state.This development will increase global pressure on Israel and change how the world views Palestinian statehood. In 1988, India became one of […]

Gaza crisis: UK to recognise Palestinian state if Israel fails to act on ceasefire; PM Keir Starmer terms statehood as ‘inalienable right’

File photo: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (Picture credit: AP) In a major policy shift, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday announced that the United Kingdom will formally recognise a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly in September, unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza and takes steps toward a lasting […]

Hamas ready to release all hostages if Israel withdraws from Gaza: Report

Hamas is willing to release the remaining 59 hostages held in Gaza on the condition that Israel agrees to a permanent ceasefire, according to Palestinian officials speaking to the Times of Israel.The announcement comes amid Israel’s intensification of its military operations across the Strip. A senior Palestinian official told the outlet that the group, through […]