Spain, Norway and Ireland formalized on Tuesday recognition of Palestine as a state, according to the roadmap announced last week.

Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sanchez, officially announced the recognition of a Palestinian state, which would be approved by the Council of Ministers, and made it clear that This “historic decision” does not contradict Israel, a “friendly country.” but what it reflects is “rejection of Hamas.”

In an official statement at the Moncloa Palace, he stated that This is not a “decision against anyone,” especially against Israel. “friendly people” but “reflects our total rejection of Hamas, a terrorist organization that opposes the two-state solution.”

Moreover, he once again stated permanent ceasefirethe entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza and the release of hostages still in the hands of Hamas.

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albarez assured that the government will give a “calm and firm” response and in coordination with Ireland and Norway to the “provocations and vile hoaxes” of his Israeli colleague Israel Katz, with which he seeks, in his opinion, to divert attention from the recognition of a Palestinian state.

In turn, the Prime Minister of Ireland Simon Harris, He called this recognition a “historic movement.” and called on other countries to also take this step.

He noted that “Many” governments are already considering such an initiative. “Today I call on you to do this,” he explained, “to create a trend towards peace and an end to violence” in the Middle East.

Harris admitted that Ireland does not have the same ability to influence Israel as the United States. its main ally, but called for a common front within the EU, RTE reported. Europe, he added, “could do much more” to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

Although the Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Bart Eide, stressed on Tuesday that the entry into force of recognition of the State of Palestine represents a “milestone” for bilateral relations and stated that Oslo has “for over 30 years” been one of the “strongest defenders” of a Palestinian state.

Eide, which he handed over to the Palestinian Prime Minister on Sunday. Mohamed MustafaThe official document recognizing the State of Palestine expressed “confidence” that “the Government of Palestine will continue the difficult work of reform and lay the foundations for governance in the West Bank and Gaza Strip after the ceasefire.”

He emphasized that “It is regrettable that the Israeli government has shown no signs of constructive engagement.” and advocated for “increased political and economic support for Palestine from the international community” and for “continuing to work toward a two-state solution.”

The decision of Spain, Ireland and Norway to recognize the State of Palestine gave impetus harsh criticism from Israel – which summoned its ambassadors in these countries for consultations and said it represented a “reward” to Hamas for its attacks – and applause from the Palestinian authorities, Palestinian armed groups, and countries and blocs in the eastern region. Further.

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Thus, 146 UN member states have already taken a step towards recognizing the State of Palestine. while Malta and Slovenia have also said they may do so soon. Last month, Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago and the Bahamas announced their recognition, five years after St. Kitts and Nevis did the same.

Yesterday the President of Finland Alexander Stubb said Finland would “at some point” recognize Palestine as a state in future.

However, Israel was very critical of these decisions and refused to recognize Palestine, excluding the possibility of agreement. In addition, the United States, its main partner, recently blocked recognition of Palestine as a full member the organizations argue that this should happen after a bilateral negotiation process, but this possibility is not currently being considered.

(according to information from Europe Press And Aristegui News)