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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Brydie Monaghan

Watch: David Lammy says UK still reviewing recognition of Palestine as a state

  • The UK's Deputy Prime Minister, David Lammy, confirmed that the government is currently reviewing whether to recognise Palestine as a state.
  • Lammy stated that an assessment is underway, and a decision on recognising a Palestinian state is expected within the next 48 hours.
  • France, Australia, and Canada are also among the nations considering similar recognition of Palestine.
  • Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is scheduled to make an announcement later today, 21 September.

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