Britain, Canada, and Australia announce their recognition of the State of Palestine.

The governments of Britain, Canada, and Australia announced today, Sunday, their official recognition of the State of Palestine, in a historic move described as a victory for international justice and the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people.

The three countries confirmed in separate statements that the recognition comes in commitment to the principles of international law and United Nations resolutions, and embodies the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the establishment of their independent state on the borders of June 4, 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated in his statement that this recognition is "a step towards reviving hope for a two-state solution," emphasizing that "this step is not a reward for Hamas, which has no role in the future Palestinian government."

He added that the United Kingdom will impose further sanctions on Hamas leaders.

For his part, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed that his country "supports the two-state solution as a way to achieve peace between Israelis and Palestinians," noting that this recognition "comes at a sensitive time, as the international community seeks to find a just and lasting solution to the conflict."

Meanwhile, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that "Australia recognizes the right of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state," adding that this recognition "reflects Australia's ongoing commitment to the two-state solution, which is the only path to achieving peace and security in the region."