Israel has rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, despite a growing number of Western nations declaring their recognition in response to the destruction of Gaza.

A host of countries, including France and the UK, are expected to do the same when world leaders gather at the UN General Assembly next week.

The Move, Which Comes Ahead of This Week's UN General Assembly, Reflects Growing Diplomatic Pressure to End the War in Gaza, Create Conditions for Lasting Peace, and Potentially…