The UK Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, is set to include a commitment to recognize Palestine as a state in its upcoming election manifesto. This pledge, which aims to be part of an international peace process, marks a significant policy shift as it was previously removed by Starmer. The Guardian reports that the move has drawn mixed reactions, with some political commentators, such as John Oxley, suggesting it is aimed at appealing to Labour's traditional voter base. However, the decision has also faced criticism, including from Israel, which has accused Labour of potentially rewarding terrorism. Additionally, 146 countries already recognize Palestine. The manifesto is expected to be officially launched next week, ahead of the July 4 election.
Labour signs off manifesto with pledge to recognise Palestinian state https://t.co/CNqvkDnTCN
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“It’s too little too late to win back voters.” Keir Starmer has pledged that Labour will include in its manifesto to recognise Palestine as a state if they are to win the election on July 4. @iancollinsuk | @sam_lister_ | #Talk https://t.co/HI0mCdd8Sp
NEW: Israel has suggested Labour wants to "reward terrorists" with its leaked manifesto pledge to recognise a Palestinian state before the completion of peace negotiations @theipaper https://t.co/e9LSLvK8Sp
Media r hyping Starmer’s plan to recognise Palestine as part of some unknown future peace process. They don’t say - It was long standing Labour policy which Starmer removed - 146 countries ALREADY recognise Palestine - It will have no effect on the genocide, the Greens plan will https://t.co/rBFpLAeCZO
‘There is a reason to be making it so prominent, and that is for the voters in the seats where Labour are normally so strong.' Political Commentator, John Oxley, explains that Labour's manifesto is set to contain a commitment to Palestinian statehood. https://t.co/guKab6RknC
BREAKING: The Guardian reports that UK opposition leader Keith Starmer is 'expected to include a pledge to recognise Palestine before the end of any peace process' in his party's election manifesto
As first reported in the Guardian, @Skynews understands the Labour manifesto will include commitment to recognition of a Palestinian state - as part of an international process. Labour sources stress this is different from Ireland/Norway/Spain position, and is alongside "safe… https://t.co/aeDZEpjAPd