Arab League Welcomes Britain, Canada And Australia's Recognition Of Palestine

2025-09-22 12:05:11

(MENAFN- Nam News Network) CAIRO, Sept 22 (NNN-MENA) – Arab League Secretary-General, Ahmed Aboul-Gheit, yesterday, welcomed the recognition of an independent State of Palestine by Britain, Canada and Australia.

In a post on his X account, Aboul-Gheit said, the recognition“corrects a historical error that has persisted for years.”

He added that, the move also aligns with the demands of the people in those countries, to support the Palestinian right to independence and to live with dignity.

“We anticipate more impactful international recognitions soon,” he said.

Earlier yesterday, British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer said in a video statement that, Britain“formally recognises the State of Palestine,” calling for a shift back to a two-state solution.

A joint statement by Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister, Penny Wong said,“Australia recognises the legitimate and long-held aspirations of the people of Palestine to a state of their own.”

Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, also issued a statement yesterday, confirming Canada's recognition of the State of Palestine.– NNN-MENA

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