SaralnamaIraq's President Abdul Latif Rashid told BBC he rejects the notion that recognizing Palestine rewards Hamas. France officially recognized Palestine, joining the UK, Portugal, Canada, and Australia. This comes amid growing international pressure on Israel over Gaza's humanitarian crisis and West Bank settlements. The UN Security Council discussed the issue with Palestinian and Israeli representatives. In Gaza, severe food shortages are causing malnutrition. An 18-month-old boy weighs only 6 kg due to famine. Protests in Israel called for ending the war and returning hostages. Israel has increased airstrikes on Syria, including near Damascus. The conflict has raised fears of security breakdown in Syria. (Updated 24 Sep 2025, 03:18 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Iraq's President Abdul Latif Rashid told BBC he rejects the notion that recognizing Palestine rewards Hamas
- France officially recognized Palestine, joining the UK, Portugal, Canada, and Australia
- This comes amid growing international pressure on Israel over Gaza's humanitarian crisis and West Bank settlements