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Belgium to Recognize Palestine, Sanction Israel at UN

Belgium to Recognize Palestine, Sanction Israel at UNSaralnama

NOTICE: Belgium to recognize Palestine at UNGA. Foreign Minister Prevot announces move on 2 Sept. Cites Gaza humanitarian crisis. Belgium to impose sanctions on Israeli government. Aims to pressure Israel to respect international law. Not meant to punish Israeli people. France also backing Palestinian statehood at UN. UNGA session: 9-23 Sept in New York. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 08:18 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • NOTICE: Belgium to recognize Palestine at UNGA
  • Foreign Minister Prevot announces move on 2 Sept
  • Cites Gaza humanitarian crisis