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January 15, 2026 by Nadia

UK Threatens to Recognize Palestine Amid Gaza Crisis

While Trump focused on trade, a dramatic diplomatic development emerged from London. Prime Minister Starmer announced that the United Kingdom will formally recognize the state of Palestine if Israel does not take immediate steps to end the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and agree to a sustainable ceasefire.

If carried out, this would make the UK the second G7 country, following France, to commit to Palestinian recognition — a decision that would significantly shift the geopolitical landscape. The announcement comes 77 years after the creation of the State of Israel in 1948, a historic event that displaced hundreds of thousands of Palestinian Arabs.

Humanitarian Crisis Sparks Global Attention

The timing of Starmer’s statement coincides with dire reports from Gaza, where widespread starvation has become a growing concern. Israeli blockades have intensified the situation, pushing the region to the brink of famine.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pushed back against accusations that Israel is restricting aid, while strongly condemning France’s move toward recognizing Palestine.