French President Macron says France will recognize Palestine
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Trump shrugs off France’s recognition of Palestine as Rubio, prominent Republicans blast move
Trump on Friday dismissed Macron’s plan to recognize a Palestinian state — a gentler response than sharp condemnation from Marco Rubio and other top Republicans, who blasted the move.
Macron's announcement followed his visit to Egypt's border with Gaza in April where he witnessed the scale of the humanitarian crisis.
The Scottish National Party has threatened to bring forward legislation on recognising Palestinian statehood and "force a vote" if UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues to oppose the move.