Can European Recognition Bring Palestinian Statehood Any Closer?
Briefly

The decisions by Spain, Norway, and Ireland to recognize an independent Palestinian state demonstrate growing frustration with Israel and Prime Minister Netanyahu. This move indicates that international pressure on Netanyahu will likely increase, but it doesn't guarantee immediate action from other larger European countries.
While France and the UK have hinted at the possibility of recognizing a Palestinian state, they have not made concrete commitments. France emphasizes the need for the decision to have a significant impact and believes that conditions for recognition have not been met yet.
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