Labour leader Keir Starmer has indicated that the United Kingdom could potentially recognize Palestine as an independent state before the United States or Israel do.
During a press conference at the NATO summit, Starmer emphasized the UK government's 'solemn duty' to contribute to ending the conflict in Gaza. He stated that the UK's policy on the matter would be determined independently, not following the lead of any other country.
This statement marks a significant stance on the UK's foreign policy regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict and highlights the Labour leader's commitment to addressing the issue proactively.
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UK could recognise Palestine state before US or Israel, says Keir Starmer
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