In a bold move set to influence international relations, Britain's Labour Party has promised to recognize a Palestinian state if it wins the upcoming July 4 election, according to their election manifesto released Thursday.
Labour, currently leading in polls, emphasized the "inalienable right" of the Palestinian people to statehood, aiming to spur a renewed peace process in the region.
The Conservative-led government, in contrast, has maintained that formal recognition should come only at the conclusion of peace negotiations. Recent actions by other European nations like Spain, Ireland, and Norway, which officially recognized Palestine, have underscored a growing international shift in support toward Palestinian statehood.
Israel, which has been grappling with escalating tensions in Gaza, has responded critically to these recognitions, expressing concerns over its increasing isolation on the global stage.
Labour's manifesto outlines a commitment to achieving a two-state solution, envisioning a secure Israel alongside a viable and sovereign Palestinian state—a stance likely to resonate widely ahead of the closely watched election.