France, UK, Canada Plan Palestinian State Recognition Amid Gaza Crisis

France, Britain, and Canada are preparing to formally recognize a Palestinian state at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly, signaling a significant policy shift among key US allies in response to worsening conditions in Gaza and fears over the collapse of the two-state solution. This coordinated move, led by the leaders of these countries, contrasts sharply with the Trump administration's stance, which has boycotted related international efforts and dismissed recognition initiatives as counterproductive. President Trump expressed strong opposition to the recognition plans, arguing that they reward Hamas and complicate diplomatic ties, while US officials imposed new sanctions on Palestinian Authority figures. The Trump administration maintains firm support for Israel and has proposed controversial plans for Gaza that have been widely criticized internationally. Meanwhile, European and Arab states are advocating for urgent humanitarian aid, international oversight, and a Palestinian-led governance future, sustaining principles previously outlined by the US under the Biden administration but abandoned by Trump. This divergence highlights growing isolation of the US in Middle East diplomacy as its traditional allies push forward with diplomatic initiatives without Washington’s support.