Spain, Norway and Ireland formally recognize a Palestinian state arabtimesonline.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from arabtimesonline.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Spain, Norway, and Ireland recognize the Palestinian state in a coordinated effort to pressure Israel towards peace. This move signals significant diplomatic changes and might influence other Western nations. Despite Israel's backlash, these European countries are pushing for a two-state solution and continued humanitarian aid to Gaza.
The Irish Government says that it has formally recognized the State of Palestine "in the spirit of peace." The Palestinian flag was raised outside of Leinster House in Dublin.