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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Helen Corbett

Starmer facing calls to follow suit after Macron says France will recognise Palestinian state

Sir Keir Starmer is facing pressure to immediately recognise Palestine as a state amid growing calls from MPs and a commitment from France.

The Prime Minister condemned the “unspeakable and indefensible” humanitarian conditions in Gaza ahead of an emergency call with German and French leaders on Friday.

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