LONDON: The UK will be taking “a courageous step at a very difficult time” by officially recognizing a Palestinian state, the Palestinian Authority’s foreign minister has said, predicting the move will inspire other countries to follow suit.
Varsen Aghabekian told Sky News’ Adam Parsons that the UK’s expected announcement in the coming days was “better late than never.”
She added: “Britain, with its weight, can influence other countries to come forward and recognise, because that is the right thing to do.”
The UK, alongside France, Canada and Australia, is preparing to formally recognize the State of Palestine at the United Nations.
Aghabekian said the move should be seen as upholding international law and supporting the rights of both Israelis and Palestinians.
