Canada officially recognizes the State of Palestine

Canada officially recognizes the State of Palestine

September 21, 2025 4:18 pm MST.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially recognized the State of Palestine. Karing Donoghue details his statement announcing the recognition as looks at how the UK and Australia have followed suit.

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