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

International pressure is mounting on Israel amid the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with several Western nations and international bodies calling for urgent action to alleviate starvation and suffering. Canada, France, and the United Kingdom have announced plans to recognize the State of Palestine, with Canada linking its recognition to progress on Palestinian governance reforms and a ceasefire. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump discussed the necessity of a permanent ceasefire and humanitarian aid delivery, urging Israel to allow aid and calling on Hamas to disarm and relinquish power. The European Union faces calls from cross-party MEPs to impose sanctions on Israel and suspend trade agreements in response to alleged breaches of international law and the worsening crisis. France has intensified diplomatic efforts, urging the EU to pressure Israel towards a two-state solution, highlighting the growing international consensus on the need for a political resolution. Despite these efforts, Hamas has shown no willingness to give up control of Gaza, complicating peace prospects as the conflict approaches two years.