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Who recognises the State of Palestine, who doesn't, and why does it matter?

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South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa speaks during a United Nations Summit on Palestinians at UN headquarters during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on September 22, 2025. (Photo by Ludovic MARIN / AFP)
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa speaks during a United Nations Summit on Palestinians at UN headquarters during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on September 22, 2025. (Photo by Ludovic MARIN / AFP)

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