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Carney says Canada recognises a Palestinian state

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(Reuters) -Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Sunday that his country now recognises the state of Palestine.

“Canada recognises the State of Palestine and offers our partnership in building the promise of a peaceful future for both the State of Palestine and the State of Israel,” Carney said in a statement.

Canada joins more than 140 other members of the United Nations that have recognised a Palestinian state, in a break with long-standing policy despite strong opposition from Israel.

“Recognising the State of Palestine, led by the Palestinian Authority, empowers those who seek peaceful coexistence and the end of Hamas. This in no way legitimises terrorism, nor is it any reward for it,” Carney said.

Carney said the Palestinian Authority has provided “direct commitments” to Canada on reforming its governance, to hold general elections in 2026 in which Hamas “can play no part” and to demilitarize the Palestinian state.

(Reporting by Bhargav Acharya in Toronto; Editing by Mark Porter)

Disclaimer: This report is auto generated from the Reuters news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.

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