Map Shows Countries That Recognize A Palestinian State
Summary
Over 150 countries from the United Nations, including the U.K., Portugal, Australia, and Canada, plan to formally recognize Palestine as a state. This move has caused tensions with Israel, which argues that such recognition supports Hamas, the group responsible for attacks in Israel. France and other European nations have also announced their intentions to recognize Palestine.Key Facts
- Over three-quarters of the United Nations' 193 member countries recognize Palestine as a state.
- Palestine has observer status at the U.N. but is not a full member due to a U.S. veto.
- Recognition of Palestine by countries increased after its 1988 state declaration.
- Recent events, such as Israel's conflicts in Gaza, have hastened international recognition of Palestine.
- The U.K. plans to recognize Palestine unless significant progress is made to resolve the Gaza crisis.
- France, Canada, and Australia have announced or confirmed intentions to recognize Palestine alongside other countries.
- The U.S. recognizes the Palestinian Authority but not Palestine as an independent state.
- Israel's government opposes recognizing Palestine, viewing it as support for Hamas.
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