Dismay in New Zealand after government fails to recognise Palestinian statehood
New Zealand declined to recognise Palestinian statehood, prompting domestic protests and criticism for diverging from allies who recently recognised Palestine.
UN delegates stage mass walkout as Benjamin Netanyahu denounces western leaders for embracing Palestine's statehood
Netanyahu declared there will be no Palestinian state while urging Hamas to surrender, broadcasting his message across Gaza and condemning Western recognition of Palestinian statehood.
Portugal will officially recognise the State of Palestine on 21 September, joining France, the UK, Australia and Canada in recognising Palestinian statehood.
Exclusive: Somaliland president says recognition of state on the horizon' following Trump talks
Somaliland's president claims international recognition is imminent, risking heightened tensions with Somalia and broader implications for secessionist movements in Africa.