Norway, Ireland, Spain to recognise independent Palestinian state

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced on Wednesday that Norway will recognise an independent Palestinian state in the hopes that this will contribute to peace negotiations with Israel.
According to sources, Spain and Ireland will also declare their support for a Palestinian state on Wednesday.

Members of the European Union Slovenia and Malta have also stated in recent weeks that they intend to recognise the other, claiming that a two-state solution is necessary for enduring peace in the area.
“In the middle of a war, with tens of thousands of dead and injured, we must keep alive the only thing that can provide a safe home for both Israelis and Palestinians: two states that can live in peace with each other,” St Re said during a press conference.