Palestine has formally applied for full membership in the BRICS bloc, according to its ambassador to Russia, Abdel-Hafiz Nofal. He stated the application has been sent and that Palestine will continue as a guest in BRICS until its membership is approved. China’s Reaction China expressed a

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has strongly criticised the Modi government’s handling of the Israel–Palestine conflict. She accused New Delhi of exhibiting a “profound silence” and described its response as an abdication of humanity and morality. Allegations Of Biased Diplomacy Gandhi claimed that India’s muted stance is being shaped more by Prime

On 22 September 2025, France officially recognised the State of Palestine during the United Nations General Assembly session. President Emmanuel Macron announced the step as part of France’s ongoing commitment to the Middle East peace process. What Macron Emphasised Macron said the recognition was meant to strengthen the path to a two-state solution. He underlined […]

A high-level summit co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia opened at the United Nations, aiming to revive the long-stalled two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. Leaders attending the UN General Assembly are expected to announce formal recognition of a Palestinian state. Countries Recognising Palestine The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have already

On 21 September 2025, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised a Palestinian state. The move was welcomed by many international observers as an attempt to revive the two-state solution amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Netanyahu’s Strong Reaction Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly opposed the decision. He declared that there “will be

On 21 September 2025, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised the State of Palestine. The move marks a major diplomatic shift among Western allies of Israel. Purpose Behind the Move UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the recognition aims to “revive the hope of peace” and strengthen efforts for a two-state solution between […]

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he disagrees with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over the UK’s plans to recognise a Palestinian state. He described the issue as one of the few points where they differ during his state visit to the UK. Shared Goals Despite Differences Both leaders, however, expressed agreement on the need […]

Japan has decided not to recognize the State of Palestine at this time, citing concerns about timing and international alignment. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will also skip a meeting on the two-state solution at this month’s UN General Assembly. Contrast with Other Countries Countries such as France, Britain, Canada, and Australia have moved toward recognising […]

India’s decision to back the UN resolution endorsing the two-state solution for Palestine marked a significant departure from its recent abstentions. In siding with the overwhelming majority at the General Assembly, New Delhi appeared to prioritize its broader global calculus over bilateral sensitivities with Israel. The result was a moment where France gained credibility

India voted in favour of a United Nations General Assembly resolution endorsing the “New York Declaration,” which lays out concrete, time-bound steps toward a two-state solution and the recognition of a Palestinian state. The resolution was adopted on 12 September at the UN headquarters in New York with 142 votes in favour, 10 against and […]