France recognizes Palestinian statehood ahead of UN meeting
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The UK, Canada and Australia are among a group of nations that are moving to formally recognize the state of Palestine like most other states have done over the years. This move is a major diplomatic shift and turning point in one of the world's most intractable conflicts.
Countries moving to recognize a Palestinian state say the move is intended to put pressure on Israel to end its devastating assault on Gaza. Several more countries are expected to formally recognize a Palestinian state at a world summit convened on Monday by France and Saudi Arabia,
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