Photo: Pixels.comThe United Kingdom, Canada and Australia announced on Sunday that they recognized Palestine's statehood. The head of the Palestinian Authority, Warsen Achabekjan, admitted that this was a large step towards independence. However, there are voices of objection.
Warsen Achabekjan revealed that the designation of Palestine by subsequent countries is simply a step towards sovereignty. “This designation is surely not symbolic. This is simply a practical, tangible and irreversible step that states must take if they want to keep a two-state solution," she said.
Ahabekjan added that while the designation of the statehood of Palestine will not end the conflict with Israel, it could be a step in the right direction. At this point, the Israeli government opposes the establishment of a Palestinian state, which negatively affects the situation in Gaza.
Israel and the United States criticise Palestine's recognition
On last Monday, the statehood of Palestine recognised France, and shortly after, Portugal, Belgium and Luxembourg decided to take a akin step. specified decisions may in future affect the scope of the Palestinian territories.
Israel and the US criticise decisions made by Western countries. Israel described this as a reward for Hamas' controlling Gaza, while the US claims that a lasting solution to the conflict requires cooperation with Israel alternatively than unilateral action.
