220 MPs call for Starmer to recognise Palestinian state

The article discusses a call by 220 Members of Parliament (MPs) for UK Labour Party leader Keir Starmer to recognize the state of Palestine. The Prime Minister has stated that any recognition of a Palestinian state must be part of a broader plan to ensure peace in the region. The MPs, who are from various political parties, have written a letter to Starmer urging him to support the recognition of a Palestinian state. They argue that this would be an important step towards a just and lasting peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The Prime Minister, however, has cautioned that recognition of a Palestinian state must be part of a "wider plan" to address the complex issues in the region. The government's position is that a negotiated two-state solution, with Israelis and Palestinians living side by side in peace and security, is the best path forward. The article highlights the ongoing debate within the UK political landscape over the issue of recognizing a Palestinian state and the need for a comprehensive approach to achieving peace in the region.