Highlights
- Three influential countries — UK, Canada, and Australia — officially recognized Palestine on 21 September 2025.
- UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced recognition via video message.
- Australia issued a joint statement signed by PM Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong.
- Canada became the first G7 country to recognize Palestine in this wave of announcements.
- With these additions, 150 countries have now recognized Palestine as a sovereign state.
UK Recognizes Palestine
On 21 September 2025, the United Kingdom officially recognized Palestine as an independent state. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the decision in a formal video message, emphasizing that the move aims to revive the two-state solution and promote long-term peace in the region.
Australia and Canada Follow
Australia also announced recognition of Palestine on the same day. A joint statement signed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirmed the decision, formally recognizing Palestine as a sovereign nation.
Earlier, Canada had already recognized Palestine, becoming the first G7 country to take this step.
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Global Recognition
With the UK, Canada, and Australia joining, the total number of countries recognizing Palestine as an independent state has now reached 150. These recognitions are seen as a significant diplomatic shift in support of Palestinian sovereignty and the two-state solution.
Source: Jamuna TV
