Trump expresses disaccord with the UK over acknowledging Palestinian statehood
During a bilateral meeting on Thursday, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the sensitive issue of a Palestinian state. The meeting took place during Trump's state visit to the UK.
Starmer emphasized that he and Trump want to find a solution in the best way possible for the Middle East. He stated that the timing of recognizing a Palestinian state has no connection to Trump's state visit. However, he did not confirm or deny reports suggesting he was waiting for Trump to leave the country before formally recognizing a Palestinian state this weekend.
The disagreement between the two leaders over recognizing a Palestinian state was a topic of discussion during the meeting. Trump made his position clear on the timing of recognition in July, while Starmer expressed agreement with Trump on the need for a road map towards peace in the region.
Starmer also expressed his concern about the current situation in Gaza, stating it as intolerable. He reiterated that he has discussed the issue with President Trump, as would be expected between two leaders.
After the bilateral meeting, Trump and Starmer held a press conference. Despite their disagreement on the recognition of a Palestinian state, both leaders expressed a mutual respect for each other and their aim to bring about a better solution in the Middle East.
Interestingly, the UK revealed its position on the recognition of a Palestinian state at the end of July by deciding to recognize Palestine as a state, becoming the first G7 nation to do so. However, the UK did not officially declare recognition during Trump's state visit, likely to avoid coinciding with the Jewish New Year holiday and due to political sensitivities around the ongoing conflict and international dynamics.
In conclusion, while there is a disagreement between Trump and Starmer over the recognition of a Palestinian state, both leaders share the ultimate aim of peace in the region and aim to find a solution that benefits all parties involved.
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