Ireland, Spain Lead Group of EU Countries in Palestine Recognition Effort
Several European Union member states, including Ireland and Spain, are poised to recognize Palestinian statehood on May 21, following coordinated discussions among the nations. According to RTE News, diplomatic talks have been particularly active between Ireland and Spain, as well as Slovenia and Malta, in preparation for a united announcement.
The decision comes ahead of a critical vote by the United Nations General Assembly set for May 10, which could see Palestinians recognized as eligible for full UN membership. This development follows a joint statement issued on March 22 by Spain, Ireland, Malta, and Slovenia, committing to the initial steps toward recognizing a Palestinian state.
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The move by these countries is driven by long-standing support for Palestinian rights, particularly by Spain and Ireland. It coincides with increasing international calls for a cease-fire in Gaza amid rising casualties from Israel’s ongoing military efforts to dismantle Hamas.
Israel has criticized the planned recognition, labeling it a “prize for terrorism” and arguing that it could hinder the prospects for a peacefully negotiated resolution to the conflict. Since 1988, 139 of the 193 UN member states have formally recognized Palestinian statehood.
