NZH announced New Zealand's plans to recognize the State of Palestine

New Zealand intends to recognize the State of Palestine in September. This was announced on August 11 by the country's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Winston Peters.

"Ultimately, New Zealand pursues an independent foreign policy, and on this issue we intend to carefully weigh the issue and then act in accordance with the principles, values and national interests of New Zealand," The New Zealand Herald (NZH) quoted him as saying.

It is noted that the Cabinet of Ministers of New Zealand will discuss the possibility of creating a viable state in Palestine. According to Peters, it is important to approach this issue calmly and carefully.

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Earlier in the day, it was reported that Australia plans to recognize the State of Palestine in the coming days. It is noted that the Government of the country considers this step as a diplomatic tool to prevent the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced on July 24 that France would recognize Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September 2025. Later, on July 28, The Times newspaper learned that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, under pressure from the Cabinet, plans to present a plan for the recognition of Palestine, which will include certain conditions.

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