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Geography and politics stand in the way of an independent Palestinian state

There has been a recent rush of countries to formally recognise the state of Palestine. Affirming Palestinian sovereignty marks a historic diplomatic milestone, yet the exact layout of its territory, a central requirement under international law, remains fiercely contested from every hilltop in the West Bank to the ruins of…

The Conversation

EU signs €400 million financial agreement for Palestine

The European Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) signed a financing facility with the Palestine Monetary Authority (PMA) to support the Palestinian private sector, amid rising tensions in the West Bank and East Jerusalem.

Euronews

Appeal against Palestine Action ban is not an ‘exceptional’ case, Home Office lawyers argue

Lawyers for the action group have argued that the case should proceed to a judicial review

The Independent UK

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Palestine Action case not ‘exceptional’, Home Office tells appeal judges

The Home Office is challenging a decision to allow the co-founder of the group to bring a High Court challenge over the ban.

Evening Standard

Politics with Michelle Grattan: former diplomat Ian Parmeter on an Israel-led ‘one-state solution’

International politics is centre stage again, with world leaders in New York this week for the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. On the forefront of the agenda has been the recognition of a Palestinian state.

The Conversation

Israeli attempt to annex West Bank would be ‘red line’ for US, says Macron

French president said Trump assured him that would also mean ‘end of Abraham accords’ on Arab-Israeli relations

The Guardian - UK

Macron on Gaza and Ukraine: diplomacy, hostages and European security at stake

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke exclusively to RFI and its sister television channel France 24 on Wednesday about the twin challenges confronting Europe and the Middle East. Speaking on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, Macron welcomed what he described as the Trump administration’s “new perspective”…

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Palestine as a state – what would that actually look like?

For a Palestinian state to be internationally recognised and built, Israel’s current government would need to halt its relentless opposition to Palestinian statehood and Israel’s main ally, the United States, would need to agree on a two-state solution, which it no longer does.

Euronews

Japanese prime minister Shigeru Ishiba says recognition of Palestine inevitable

Ishiba tells UN Tokyo may act if Israel blocks peace efforts

The Independent UK

In the West Bank, France's recognition of Palestine is met with caution

While France’s recognition of Palestine at the United Nations has been hailed as a historic step, in the occupied West Bank it was met with scepticism rather than celebration.

Radio France Internationale

Italy ready to recognise Palestine on two conditions, PM Meloni says

Country-wide protests in Italy have illustrated the depth of public sentiment against Israel’s war in Gaza. Giorgia Meloni’s position has shifted on the issue, and she announced Italy would recognise the state if Israeli hostages are freed and Hamas is out of the government

Euronews

Cordial or car crash: PM to face meeting Trump test

Australia's relationship with the US will likely remain strong even if a meeting between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump descends into chaos, one expert says.

AAP

Israeli ambassador slams French recognition of Palestine as ‘historic mistake’ on RFI

Joshua Zarka, Israel's ambassador to France, was RFI's guest on Monday, 22 September – the day that France officially recognised the Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly, which Zarka called a 'historic mistake'.

Radio France Internationale

Can the EU overcome divergence over sanctions against Israel?

The President of the European Commission proposed punitive measures against Israel for the first time, due to the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza. However, Ursula von der Leyen acknowledged that approving sanctions will be difficult, given the divisions among  EU member states.

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The Independent UK

Police officer charged over assault of former Greens candidate at protest for Palestine

Hannah Thomas says charge ‘vindication for every person in this country who has protested for Palestine and been smeared for it’

Al Jazeera

Which are the 150+ countries that have recognised Palestine as of 2025?

The State of Palestine is recognised as a sovereign nation by 157 UN member states, representing 81 percent of members.

Al Jazeera

UN General Assembly 2025: What happens, key moments and speakers ahead

September 23 marks the start of the high-level General Debate, where more than 150 leaders will address the UN.

The National (Scotland)

'Beyond belief': Labour blocks dozens of Palestine motions from party conference

LABOUR have ejected appeals for dozens of motions on Palestine to be heard at the party’s conference this weekend ...

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The Independent UK

Pro-Palestine protesters smash Milan train station entrance and hurl rocks at police in Gaza fury

Protesters in Italy calling for solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza clashed with police in Milan on Monday (23 September).

Euronews

Could Palestine recognition wave spark momentum for two-state solution?

France followed the UK, Portugal, Canada and Australia in recognising Palestinian statehood, adding to the growing wave of countries officially recognising Palestine and sparking potential momentum for a two-state solution, which Israel resolutely opposes.

AAP

Coalition accused of going 'rogue' on Palestine stance

Sussan Ley has pledged Australia will reverse Palestinian recognition if the coalition wins the next election, holding talks with senior Israeli officials.

The Independent UK

Cooper: Recognising Palestine must ‘spur’ action as two-state solution in peril

She spoke at a UN General Assembly meeting in New York which French President Emmanuel Macron opened by officially recognising Palestinian statehood.

Evening Standard

UK and US clash over Palestine state recognition as Trump to address UN General Assembly

US President Donald Trump is expected to address the UN General Assembly around 3pm UK time on Tuesday

Axios

France is the latest country to formally recognize State of Palestine

"We are convinced the recognition is the only solution that will allow Israel to live in peace," Macron said.

The Independent UK

Video: France officially recognises state of Palestine

This is the moment French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed France will officially recognise the state of Palestine on Monday, September 22.

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