France recognises Palestinian state ahead of the UNGA meeting
Summary
France has officially recognized Palestine as a state, joining several other Western countries in doing so just before the United Nations General Assembly meeting. This move comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza, drawing criticism from the United States.Key Facts
- France recognized Palestine as a state ahead of the UN General Assembly meeting.
- Other countries like Australia, Britain, Canada, and Portugal also recognized Palestine recently.
- The recognition increases pressure on Israel during its ongoing conflict in Gaza.
- Over 65,300 Palestinians have died in the current conflict.
- The United States is critical of the recognition, with officials saying it could support Hamas.
- More than 140 world leaders will attend the United Nations General Assembly.
- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will miss the UNGA because the U.S. denied him a visa.
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