New Delhi, Oct. 3 -- London - The United Kingdom is expected to formally recognize the State of Palestine this weekend, following the conclusion of US President Donald Trump's state visit. This decision marks a significant shift in London's approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and aligns with similar intentions previously announced by France, Canada, and Australia.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer had previously warned in July that Britain would take this step unless Israel made meaningful efforts to ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and reached a ceasefire with Hamas, which has been in a nearly two-year conflict with Israel (Reuters noted). The recognition is expected to be formally announced during the upcoming United Nations Gen...