Monaco, Belgium, Malta, San Marino and Luxembourg have all recognized a Palestinian state. The recognitions were made by each country from the podium at the UN General Assembly in New York.
WorldFrance recognizes a Palestinian state. In line with my country's historical commitment to the Middle East, for peace between Israelis and Palestinians, I declare today that France recognizes the state of Palestine, says President Emmanuel Macron in the UN General Assembly. We want two states living side by side in peace and security to become a reality.
WorldUnited Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Portugal recognize Palestine as an independent state, the leaders of the three countries announced on Sunday. The message is welcomed from the Palestinian side – while Benjamin Netanyahu responds harshly that Israel will now expand settlements on the West Bank.
WorldUnited Kingdom is expected to officially recognize an independent Palestinian state on Sunday, reports BBC.
WorldCarbon dioxide emissions from forest fires in Europe are the largest in 23 years after the summer's forest fires, according to the EU's climate service Copernicus.
SwedenA slow final required more of Samuel Pihlström at the World Championship in Tokyo. Then the 1,500-meter runner was not enough. Right now it feels empty, says the Swede who finished eleventh.
SportsThe German man who is the main suspect in the case of the girl Madeleine McCann has been released from prison, reports AFP.
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