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Dua Lipa shares support for #AllEyesOnRafah – What does it mean?

The 'All Eyes On Rafah' image has been shared millions of times on social media following an Israeli airstrike. Countless celebrities are showing their support, including pop star Dua Lipa, who previously signed an open letter to President Biden last year, calling for a ceasefire.

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Ireland officially recognises the State of Palestine

The Palestinian state is now officially recognised by 146 of the 193 member states of the United Nations.

Belgium

Norway hands over recognition documents to Palestinian PM

Oslo has formalised its support for Palestinian statehood in a largely symbolic move that has infuriated the Israeli government.

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EU Council chief Michel supports recognition of Palestinian statehood

Three European countries — Ireland, Spain and Norway — now formally recognise a state of Palestine.

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Spain to recognise Palestinian state in 'historic' decision

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said the European country is pursuing "peace, security and prosperity" in the Middle East.

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With Charles Michel on his post-election future, Palestine, far-right

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Palestinian prime minister in Brussels for more support from EU

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa says the Palestinian Authority is making reforms that would allow it to govern Gaza after the war.

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Fighting rages in Gaza despite ICJ ruling Israel offensive must stop

The UN Security Council, meanwhile, approved a resolution that condemns attacks on humanitarian workers and UN personnel.

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Ken Loach and Mike Leigh quit cinema over Israeli film festival

Directors Ken Loach and Mike Leigh have resigned as patrons of one of London’s oldest cinemas over a film festival with links to the Israeli government.

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What's happening in Gaza is 'unconscionable', says Irish PM Harris

Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris answered Euronews' questions in an exclusive interview, discussing the Israel-Hamas conflict and offering justification for Ireland's decision to recognise Palestine as a state.

Spain

How pro-Palestinians in Spain view Madrid's recognition of Palestine?

Spain set to recognise the Palestinian State yet protesters at Madrid's Complutense University, camping for over 16 days, view Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's announcement as insufficient, vowing to continue their action until ties with Israel are cut.

World News

Spain, Ireland seen tipping balance of bloc towards Palestine recognit

EU countries have signalled mixed responses to recognising Palestinian state.

World News

Timeline: Which countries have recognised Palestinian state and why?

After three European countries said on Wednesday they would recognise Palestinian statehood, Euronews looked at why recognition is such a polarising issue, who has recognised Palestine so far, and under what circumstances.

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Sanchez: "I will recognise the Palestinian state next Wednesday".

Spain's prime minister said during a rally in Catalonia that he is going to propose the parliament's official recognition of Palestine as a state on Wednesday, 22 May.

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European royals targeted in Palestine-related misinformation online

Social media users are wrongly claiming that the King of Denmark waved a Palestine flag at a protest in Copenhagen, while others incorrectly claim that the King of Spain has accused Israel of genocide. The Cube investigates.

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Over 125 artists exit UK music festival in protest of Israel war link

In the UK, more than 100 artists have now withdrawn from the Great Escape music festival in protest against the event sponsor Barclays Bank because of its investment in arms companies which supply Israel.

Gaza

Palestinians commemorate 'Nakba', marking 76 years of dispossession

For Palestinians, 'Nakba' represents their mass expulsion from what is now Israel, an event that is at the core of their struggle.

USA

UN assembly approves resolution granting Palestine new rights

UN assembly approves resolution granting Palestine new rights and reviving its membership bid.

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Borrell: Spain, Ireland and others could recognise Palestine on 21 May

Spain, Ireland and other like-minded EU member states could recognise the State of Palestine on 21 May, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, has said.

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WATCH: Pro-Palestine protests at University of Amsterd

Police broke up a protest by pro-Palestinian activists at the University of Amsterdam in a second straight day of unrest over the war in Gaza.