# Fifteen Western nations called on countries worldwide to recognise a Palestinian state. Their Foreign ministers issued a joint statement following a conference in New York aimed at reviving a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians. French president Emmanuel Macron announced last week he would formally recognise Palestinian statehood in September, provoking strong opposition from Israel and the United States. British prime minister Keir Starmer announced the UK will formally recognise Palestine in September unless Israel takes various substantive steps, including agreeing to a ceasefire in Gaza.
Fifteen Western nations call on countries to recognise Palestinian state