Norwegian Prime Minister says Norway is formally recognizing Palestine as a state, writes UNN with reference to AP.
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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.
"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.
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Several EU countries have said in recent weeks that they plan to achieve recognition, arguing that the two-state decision is essential for lasting peace in the region.
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Norway, which is not a member of the EU but reflects its actions, was an ardent supporter of the decision to create two states between Israel and Palestine, the publication points out.