Three European nations, Ireland, Norway, and Spain, have chosen to recognize the “state of Palestine,” a move that has led to Israel recalling all of its ambassadors from these nations and accusing the nations of attempting to undermine Israeli sovereignty.
Other moves from Israel include an expected total boycott of the three nations, in addition to any ambassadors still in Israel from these countries being compelled to watch video from the October 7 Massacre Israel claims this move by these three nations is giving legitimacy to.
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Key Points
- Taoiseach announces Ireland will formally recognise the state of Palestine
- Recognition is “the right thing to do”, says Simon Harris
- Norway says it will recognise a Palestinian state, with Spain set to follow
- Israel recalls ambassadors to Ireland and Norway after move
- Israeli embassy in Ireland says decision undermines Israel’s sovereignty
- Recognition by all three will formally take effect from May 28th
- Move comes amid Gaza conflict and ICC seeking Netanyahu arrest warrant
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