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European Nations Recognize Palestine: Spain, Ireland, and Norway Lead the Way

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Breaking news: Spain, Ireland, and Norway set to recognize Palestinian statehood, sparking controversy and tension with Israel. Find out more!

In a significant shift, Spain, Ireland, and Norway are on the brink of recognizing Palestine as a sovereign state, causing a rift between the European Union and Israel. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain emphasized the importance of peace and security in the Middle East, leading to the historic decision. This move comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza, with Israel's military actions intensifying tensions in the region. The recognition of Palestine as a state is seen as a crucial step towards achieving peace in the area.

The decision by Spain to formally recognize Palestine was met with a strong reaction from Israel, accusing the Spanish Prime Minister of incitement and pushing for a 'viable' Palestinian state. Meanwhile, Ireland has also taken a stand by establishing full diplomatic relations with Palestine, further solidifying support for Palestinian sovereignty. The recognition of Palestine by these European nations reflects a growing international consensus on the importance of a Palestinian state in the pursuit of peace.

In light of these developments, the Palestinian cause has gained momentum, with a record number of Palestinian journalists and media workers being arbitrarily arrested by Israel in the occupied West Bank and Gaza. The symbolic raising of the Palestinian flag at Leinster House, the Irish parliament, has further highlighted the complexity of the situation, leading to Israel recalling its ambassador to Ireland in response. As tensions escalate, the recognition of Palestine by European nations continues to shape the dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Spain recognising Palestine, Ireland and Norway follow (Warrnambool Standard)

Three European nations are set to recognise Palestinian statehood as a rift widens between the EU and Israel,...

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Israel's war on Gaza live: More European countries recognise ... (Aljazeera.com)

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Spain to recognise Palestinian state in 'historic' decision (Euronews)

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said the European country is pursuing "peace, security and prosperity" in the Middle East.

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Letter from 'Kibbutz Israel' (Aljazeera.com)

In these dark times, it is heartening to see the Palestinian cause conquering new terrain in Washington and beyond.

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Spain, Ireland and Norway set to recognise Palestine (Financial Times)

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said his cabinet would formally recognise Palestine on Tuesday, sparking a furious reaction from Israel.

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Recognising Palestine 'essential for reaching peace': Sanchez (The New Arab)

Spain's prime minister said his country's move to recognise a Palestinian state was necessary to achieve peace in the region.

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French lead candidates show deep splits over recognition of ... (EURACTIV)

Top French candidates for June's European elections showed just how split they were over the creation of a Palestinian state in a TV debate on Monday night ...

Tánaiste statement on Ireland's formal recognition of the State of ... (Gov.ie)

“Today's Government decision authorises the establishment of full diplomatic relations with the State of Palestine. Subject to the formal request from the ...

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Palestinian state the 'only route to peace' says Spanish PM (Aljazeera.com)

Israel accuses Pedro Sanchez of incitement to Jewish 'genocide' as Madrid seeks 'viable' state of Palestine.

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Spain's Cabinet formally approves decision to recognize Palestine (Daily Sabah)

Spain has formally recognized a Palestinian state in a decision approved by its Cabinet in parallel with similar moves by Ireland and Norway, a government.

Ireland recognises the State of Palestine (Gov.ie)

The Government recognises Palestine as a sovereign and independent state and agreed to establish full diplomatic relations between Dublin and Ramallah. An ...

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Palestine: Record number of Palestinian journalists' arbitrarily ... (International Federation of Journalists)

Seventy-five Palestinian journalists and media workers have been arrested by Israel's security forces in the occupied West Bank and Gaza since the Hamas-led ...

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Palestinian state recognised by Ireland, what comes next? (BBC News)

The Palestinian flag has now been raised at Leinster House, the seat of the Irish parliament. Israel recalled its ambassador to Ireland in response to the ...

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Spain and Norway Formally Recognize a Palestinian State as E.U. ... (TIME)

Ireland is to follow suit on Tuesday as the E.U.'s rift with Israel widens over its war on Gaza.

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'Historical Justice' - Norway, Spain, Ireland Officially Recognize ... (Palestine Chronicle)

On Tuesday, Norway, Ireland and Spain officially recognized the State of Palestine and established full diplomatic relations with it.

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Spain recognising Palestine, Ireland and Norway follow (The Border Mail)

Three European nations are set to recognise Palestinian statehood as a rift widens between the EU and Israel,...

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Spain Recognizes Palestine: Bold Move or Symbolic Gesture? (Palestine Chronicle)

While Israel lashes back at Spain for recognizing the State of Palestine, activists argue that the gesture is far from enough.

Spain, Ireland and Norway formally recognise Palestine as a state (TRT World)

With these latest recognitions, 147 countries now formally recognise the nation's statehood out of the 193 UN member states.

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Ireland, Norway and Spain recognise Palestine. What has that ... (Aljazeera.com)

What is left of historical Palestine lies divided between the Israeli-occupied West Bank and the besieged Gaza Strip, upon which Israel is waging a nearly eight ...

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Gaza war: Spain, Ireland and Norway formally recognise Palestinian ... (BBC News)

The three European nations aim to refocus attention on finding a political solution to the Gaza war.

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What is the impact of recognising Palestinian statehood? (FRANCE 24)

Spain, Norway and Ireland officially recognised a Palestinian state on Tuesday, fulfilling a long-held Palestinian aspiration. Israel has expressed deep ...

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Spain, Norway and Ireland formally recognise a Palestinian state as ... (9News)

Spain, Norway and Ireland formally recognised a Palestinian state a coordinated effort by the three western...

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Spain, Ireland and Norway have recognized Palestinian statehood ... (CNN)

The three countries formally recognized Palestinian statehood on Tuesday, cementing a joint move that further isolates Israel over its war against Hamas in ...

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Spain recognising Palestine, Ireland and Norway follow (Central Western Daily)

Three European nations are set to recognise Palestinian statehood as a rift widens between the EU and Israel,...

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Ireland officially recognises the State of Palestine (Euronews)

The Irish government recognises Palestine as a "sovereign and independent state" and will establish diplomatic relations between Dublin and Ramallah, according ...

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