British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will convene a cabinet meeting next week, likely focused on discussing the situation in Gaza. The move comes after growing pressure from Labour Party members and international criticism of Israel’s handling of the humanitarian crisis.
Starmer has faced calls to recognize a Palestinian state, with over 220 MPs urging him to take action. However, he has stated that recognition will only occur as part of a negotiated peace deal.
France recently recognized a Palestinian state, but this move was met with strong condemnation from Israel and the US. The UK’s stance on the issue is often aligned with that of the US.
A cabinet meeting next week would mark a significant shift in Starmer’s approach to the issue, following similar moves by other European countries last year.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uks-starmer-convene-cabinet-meeting-most-likely-discuss-gaza-2025-07-27