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Countries including UK and Canada recognize a Palestinian state, despite US and Israeli opposition

U.S. President Donald Trump, left, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer shake hands at a press conference at Chequers near Aylesbury, England, Thursday Sept. 18, 2025, at the conclusion of President Trump

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the U.K. is recognizing a Palestinian state despite opposition from the U.S. and Israel. His announcement follows those from Canada and Australia.

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