In a major shift, Britain joined Australia and Canada this week in formally recognizing 🇵🇸 Palestine as an independent state. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas hailed the move as “an important and necessary step” toward lasting peace based on international legitimacy.
“Now is the time. Tomorrow is a historic date we need to build on,” said Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin in Ramallah. She described the recognition as an irreversible, tangible action that revives hope for a two-state solution and pushes Palestinian independence and sovereignty forward.
Shahin stressed that while this decision won’t end the conflict overnight, it’s a crucial boost in the right direction. She also called for stronger political and economic pressure on Israel to protect Palestinian people amid Gaza’s ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Despite recent statements by Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about expanding West Bank settlements, Palestinian leaders see this wave of recognition as a game changer. It sends a clear message: the world is ready to support a fair peace and two-state outcome. 🤝🕊️
As young voters, activists, and globe-trotters, our role is to stay informed and keep the conversation alive. This historic recognition may not solve everything, but it’s a vital step toward justice, sovereignty, and hope for a brighter future in the region. 🌍✨
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Palestine says recognition brings independence, sovereignty closer
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