Britain recognises Palestine, 108 years on from Balfour declaration

The UK, Canada, and Australia have officially announced their recognition of a Palestinian state.

The historic move comes ahead of the UN General Assembly session in New York, which will begin on Monday.

France is expected to imminently follow suit. 

"Today, to revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis, and a two state solution, the United Kingdom formally recognises the State of Palestine," British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on X. 

The move will further deteriorate the already strained relations between Britain and Israel, two historical allies. 

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