Spain, Norway, and Ireland are recognizing the state of Palestine, which will further isolate it..

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Il Sole 24 Ore

Oslo, Dublin, and Madrid recognize Palestinian state, increasing Israel’s isolation amid regional diplomatic efforts.

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Spain, Ireland, and Norway have decided to recognize the State of Palestine, with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stating the hope is that these actions will encourage other Western nations. Israel reacted strongly, recalling ambassadors from Spain and Ireland, and criticizing the move as a “reward for terrorism,” asserting that a Palestinian state would be a terrorist state. This decision increases political isolation for the Netanyahu government amid international scrutiny. As of May 2024, about 140 UN members recognize Palestine, and this European push might influence other EU members, though France and Germany remain cautious; Italy requires reciprocal recognition from Israel before supporting Palestinian recognition. Meanwhile, EU foreign ministers are meeting with representatives from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and Qatar to build a coalition focused on ending the war and ensuring coexistence between Israel and a Palestinian state. Separately, discussions regarding a major US-Saudi defense deal remain pending the crucial issue of recognizing or configuring a Palestinian state.

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