

Canada follows France and UK with plan to recognise Palestinian state
Jul 31, 2025
Ione Wells, South America correspondent, discusses Canada's upcoming recognition of a Palestinian state, hinging on democratic reforms. This move follows Britain and France's similar declarations, stirring diplomatic tensions with Israel. The podcast also touches on Canada’s UN plans and the broader implications for international relations. Plus, Wells explores the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid escalating tensions, providing key insights into the shifting landscape of Western foreign policy.
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Canada's Conditional Palestinian Recognition
- Canada plans to recognize a Palestinian state contingent on democratic reforms by the Palestinian Authority.
- Recognition will depend on elections excluding Hamas and demilitarization of Palestine.
Israel Condemns Recognition Moves
- Israel condemns UK and France's plans to recognize Palestine as rewarding terrorism.
- Israeli leaders argue these moves threaten peace and justice, resisting international pressures.
Palestinian View on UK Recognition
- Palestinian representative Hossam Zomlott welcomed Britain's plan as a sign of serious commitment to two-state solution.
- He emphasized recognizing Palestine to move beyond decades of unresolved conflict.