New York – Four European countries, France, Monaco, Luxembourg, and Malta officially recognized the State of Palestine on Monday during a high-level international conference at the United Nations.
Belgium also announced its support but with conditions. Prime Minister Bart De Wever stated that “the legal recognition of a Palestinian state can only proceed once these objectives are achieved,” referring to the release of all captives and the removal of Hamas from governance.
Brussels added that practical diplomatic steps, including opening an embassy and signing agreements, will follow once these conditions are met under the New York Declaration.
Andorra expressed a similar stance. Foreign Minister Imma Tor Faus said her government had approved recognition of Palestine but tied it to specific requirements.
“With this widely shared assessment in mind, the government of Andorra approved the recognition of Palestine, we will continue to forcefully call for the release of all hostages, for the disarmament of Hamas,” she told the UN.
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She emphasized that a future Palestinian state should be demilitarized and governed under a “reformed authority” that excludes Hamas.
“When the conditions are in place, and if we can guarantee the full regional integration of Israel, this recognition will take its effect,” Faus added.
“I declare that today, France recognizes the State of Palestine.” said Emmanuel Macron (President of France)
The announcements highlight growing European momentum for Palestinian statehood while also reflecting divisions on conditions for full legal recognition.
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