Portugal will also recognize Palestinian state in September
Portugal's decision follows same announcements made by Canada, France, the UK and other nations amid the deteriorating situation in Gaza and the famine that is surrounding Palestinians, which led to the death of over 100 people, including children.
In a coordinated diplomatic move, 16 countries, including France, Canada, and Australia, issued a joint appeal on Wednesday urging an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and calling for international recognition of the State of Palestine.
The statement, published by the French Foreign Ministry, was also endorsed by Andorra, Canada, Australia, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia, and Spain.
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