UK poised for major Middle East move but delaying announcement September 17, 2025British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (Leon Neal/Pool via AP)(Leon Neal/Pool via AP)UK poised for major Middle East move but delaying announcement Tweet Join Group Join WhatsApp Group Email https://worldisraelnews.com/uk-poised-for-major-middle-east-move-but-delaying-announcement/ Email Print According to The Times of London, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to officially recognize Palestine as a state this weekend.The announcement has been intentionally postponed until after President Donald Trump completes his state visit to the UK.Starmer reportedly wants to avoid overshadowing tomorrow’s joint press conference with Trump and prevent the recognition from dominating media attention.The move comes despite Trump’s strong opposition, which he has previously framed as rewarding Hamas and undermining Israel’s position.
