Spain's Prime Minister to announce recognition of Palestinian state, source says

Spain's Prime Minister Sanchez announces recognition of Palestinian state

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announces that the country's council of ministers would recognise an independent Palestinian state during a plenary session of the lower house of the Spanish parliament, in Madrid, Spain, May 22, 2024. REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura

Source: REUTERS

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez plans to announce the recognition of an independent Palestinian state on Wednesday, a government source said, confirming a report from news website El Confidencial.

A spokesperson for Sanchez's office declined to comment.

The development came as Norway said it would maker a similar announcement. European Union members Ireland, Slovenia and Malta have indicated in recent weeks that they plan to make the recognition, arguing a two-state solution is essential for lasting peace in the region.

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Sanchez said in March his government would take the first steps towards recognition of a Palestinian state, adding later it would act in coordination with other countries.

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By Reuters