Trump condemns moves to recognise Palestinian state in UN speech – The Irish Times Middle EastTrump condemns moves to recognise Palestinian state in UN speechIsrael kills at least 22 people across the Gaza Strip in latest strikes as hospitals face fuel shortagesDisplaced Palestinians move south from Gaza City amid Israel's ongoing attacks. Photograph: Ahmad Salem/Bloomberg Tue Sept 23 2025 – 18:39 US president Donald Trump on Tuesday condemned moves by western powers to recognise a Palestinian state, saying such steps would reward “horrible atrocities” by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. In a speech to the United Nations General Assembly, Mr Trump said world powers should focus instead on securing the release of hostages held in Gaza, nearly two years after Hamas seized them in the deadly attack on Israel that triggered the Gaza war. France, Britain, Canada, Australia and Portugal have all recognised a Palestinian state in the past two days. Their moves were borne out of frustration with Israel over its offensive in Gaza and intended to promote a two-state solution, but have angered Israel and its close ally the United States.
Published: September 23, 2025 5:37 pm
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