Norway’s prime minister says Norway is formally recognizing Palestine as a state
By The Associated Press on May 22, 2024.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) – Norway’s prime minister says Norway is formally recognizing Palestine as a state. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said Wednesday, “There cannot be peace in the Middle East if there is no recognition.” Gahr Støre said the Scandinavian country will recognize a Palestinian state as of May 28. Several European Union countries have in the past weeks indicated that they plan to make the recognition, arguing a two-state solution is essential for lasting peace in the region. Norway which is not a member of the European Union but mirror its moves, has been an ardent supporter of a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine. “The terror has been committed by Hamas and militant groups who are not supporters of a two-state solution and the state of Israel,” the Norwegian government leader said. 7-6
