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In historic move, UK recognizes a Palestinian state despite opposition from US and Israel

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Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer (R) shakes hands with Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas (L) at the beginning of their meeting at 10 Downing Street in London on September 8, 2025. (AFP)
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer (R) shakes hands with Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas (L) at the beginning of their meeting at 10 Downing Street in London on September 8, 2025. (AFP)

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