How do European countries stand on the recognition of Palestine?

Monday, Sep 22, 2025

Der Standard

France plans to recognize Palestine as a state at the UN, facing strong opposition from Israel and the US.

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French President Macron plans to formally recognize Palestine as a state at the UN General Assembly, an action that is politically sensitive given the ongoing events in the Middle East and Gaza. Israel reacted strongly to this move, declaring the French president persona non grata, while the United States also criticized the Parisian initiative.

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