The UK will recognize a Palestinian state on Sunday, before a formal UN declaration on Monday. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's decision balances pressure from his party, who favor stronger Palestinian support, and his alliance with President Trump, who opposes the move. Starmer will not attend the UN General Assembly in person. This action, though timed strategically before Labour's conference, might not fully resolve internal party debates about stronger action against Israel, with sanctions potentially being the next major point of contention.

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