Global Policy Divide on Palestinian State Recognition

The White House stated that individual countries have the autonomy to recognize a Palestinian state, but President Biden advocates for direct negotiations. This follows Ireland, Spain, and Norway's recognition of Palestine, which led to Israel's backlash.

Each country can make its own decision on whether to recognize a Palestinian state, the White House said on Wednesday, but U.S. President Joe Biden thinks direct negotiations by the parties is the best approach.

White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan made the comments in a news briefing after Ireland, Spain and Norway announced they would recognize a Palestinian state on May 28, prompting an angry response from Israel.