Canadian MPs support international call for Palestinian state recognition

About 30 Canadian MPs, including leaders from the NDP and Green parties, have joined with lawmakers from New Zealand and Australia to advocate for the recognition of a Palestinian state. They published an open letter urging their governments to support this recognition, joining 146 other countries. This initiative follows Canada's previous support for a ceasefire in the ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict, which has resulted in significant casualties and displacement. The Canadian government is currently discussing the recognition of Palestinian statehood with allied nations. While some community groups oppose immediate recognition, citing concerns about Hamas, others argue it could promote peace and address issues of occupation. The Canadian government has indicated that there are no legal barriers to recognizing a Palestinian state, making it a political decision.