The UK believes the move is necessary to safeguard the prospect of a lasting two-state solution to the Middle East conflict, as ITV News Correspondent Robert Moore reports
The UK will use the UN General Assembly to push for a peace plan for the Middle East, following its recognition of a Palestinian state.
The question of Palestinian statehood is likely to dominate the gathering of world leaders in New York in the coming days.
Sir Keir Starmer confirmed the historic, if largely symbolic move, on Sunday, saying it was intended “to revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis”.
Australia, Canada and Portugal made similar announcements, while France is expected to formally recognise Palestine on Monday at the UN.
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