US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York

The United States has blocked the Palestinian leader, Mahmoud Abbas, from attending a United Nations meeting in New York. This decision is seen as a setback for international efforts to recognize a Palestinian state, led by France. The meeting in question is scheduled to take place next month at the UN headquarters. The US, a key ally of Israel, has long opposed the recognition of a Palestinian state, arguing that it should be negotiated through direct talks between the Israelis and Palestinians. The move by the US is likely to further strain the already tense relations between the Palestinians and the US administration. It also highlights the continued challenges faced by the Palestinians in their quest for statehood and recognition on the global stage. Despite the US decision, France and other European countries are expected to continue their push for the recognition of a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN meeting. The outcome of these efforts will be closely watched by the international community.