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Canada is the third 'major' country in as many weeks to announce recognizing Palestine
The recognition of an independent Palestinian state is gaining momentum.
Haters gonna hate in the comments but no one cares about them.

Below is the official statement:

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Canada’s recognition of a Palestinian state
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“Canada has long been committed to a two-state solution – an independent, viable, and sovereign Palestinian state living side by side with the State of Israel in peace and security.

For decades, it was hoped that this outcome would be achieved as part of a peace process built around a negotiated settlement between the Israeli government and the Palestinian Authority.

Regrettably, this approach is no longer tenable. Prospects for a two-state solution have been steadily and gravely eroded, including by:

The pervasive threat of Hamas terrorism to Israel and its people, culminating in the heinous terrorist attack of October 7, 2023, and Hamas’ longstanding violent rejection of Israel’s right to exist and a two-state solution.
The accelerated settlement building across the West Bank and East Jerusalem, while settler violence against Palestinians has soared.
Actions such as the E1 Settlement Plan and this month’s vote by the Knesset calling for the annexation of the West Bank.
The ongoing failure by the Israeli government to prevent the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster in Gaza, with impeded access to food and other essential humanitarian supplies.
The deepening suffering of civilians leaves no room for delay in co-ordinated international action to support peace, security, and the dignity of all human life. Preserving a two-state solution means standing with all people who choose peace over violence or terrorism, and honouring their innate desire for the peaceful co-existence of Israeli and Palestinian states as the only roadmap for a secure and prosperous future.

For these reasons, Canada intends to recognize the State of Palestine at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025.

This intention is predicated on the Palestinian Authority’s commitment to much-needed reforms, including the commitments by Palestinian Authority President Abbas to fundamentally reform its governance, to hold general elections in 2026 in which Hamas can play no part, and to demilitarize the Palestinian state. Canada will increase its efforts in supporting strong, democratic governance in Palestine and the contributions of its people to a more peaceful and hopeful future.

We reiterate that Hamas must immediately release all hostages taken in the horrific terrorist attack of October 7; that Hamas must disarm; and that Hamas must play no role in the future governance of Palestine. Canada will always steadfastly support Israel’s existence as an independent state in the Middle East living in peace and security. Any path to lasting peace for Israel also requires a viable and stable Palestinian state, and one that recognizes Israel’s inalienable right to security and peace.

Canada has already committed over $340 million in humanitarian aid to address the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza including $30 million in new funding to help address the needs of Palestinian civilians, and $10 million to support the Palestinian Authority’s role in stabilizing and governing the West Bank. We are working with our allies to deliver immediate assistance to those in dire need.

We will intensify our efforts with our international partners to develop a credible peace plan that establishes governance and security arrangements for Palestine and ensures the delivery of humanitarian aid at the necessary scale to Gaza. Canada will be a constructive partner in building a just, meaningful, and lasting peace in the region, and a future that respects the dignity, security, and aspirations of all Palestinians and Israelis.”
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https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/2025/07/30/statement-prime-minister-carney-canadas-recognition-palestinian-state
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Interesting shaping up to be the entire world against israel, berry biblical
So if France and Canada were the second to recognize Palestine... was the first actually Palestine? Sort of a joke, but I don't know who was the first.

Also is a certain politician going to un-recognize all three countries and possibly crank their tariffs up? Just wondering.
"Canadia" :steamhappy:
Lease ran out in 2023.

Yup, all a big larp.
Would b funny if ottoman turks recognized their 400 year old coloby as a country
Originally posted by Hystameme©:
Haters gonna hate in the comments but no one cares about them.
There they go.
Originally posted by Hystameme©:
Originally posted by Hystameme©:
Haters gonna hate in the comments but no one cares about them.
There they go.
I'm just a guy asking questions that I could easily google instead...

Oh, it was Malta. Yippee!
Last edited by DarkCrystalMethod; 30 Jul @ 7:02pm
https://youtu.be/Pl1jiFgot5o?si=WI_zl65XC8rIPYvs

okay...hopefully they do something...
L1qu1dator 31 Jul @ 11:20am 
Always liked Canadians.
What makes these countries think they can interfere in Israel's affairs and wars? Can't recognise Palestine when Israel takes over the whole Gaza. UN out! There won't be a two state solution this time.
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jocoo 31 Jul @ 11:25am 
We will see.
rasblak 31 Jul @ 11:29am 
Originally posted by Alliesaurus:
What makes these countries think they can interfere in Israel's affairs and wars? Can't recognise Palestine when Israel takes over the whole Gaza. UN out!

Canada, UK, France... provide weapons to Zionism. That's in no way interference in the 'wars', right? Surely?

You mean you wish for such type of interference to stop? Right?
Devious 31 Jul @ 11:33am 
Bad news in my view. Why do you think they're doing it now, when protests have already died down from their recent peak?

I think it's because they expect a high risk of mass starvation in Gaza, and want to distance themselves from any impending disaster.

Besides, the whole world can recognize Palestine, it won't change a thing at this point. The amount of leverage we have on Israel has diminished a lot since 2000, thanks in part to Trump already having given them everything they wanted back in his first term.
Rio ⛧ 31 Jul @ 11:33am 
Theres some plan going on, I just feel it.

We are near "the final solution" and the internet is setting up to get censored world wide.

And people behind everything that lead to this point are trying to white wash their history I feel.

My assumption is,,, They're going to kill everyone, countries are going to say they tried to stop it so they get a good legacy in the history books

And then the censored internet can remove all the evidence And you can just get constant propaganda about your greatest ally.
Rio ⛧ 31 Jul @ 11:36am 
I haven't fully watched this yet, but yeah people are trying to white wash

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STeSeMN5ZEg
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