UK's boost for Palestine state

Lammy underlines policy if no ceasefire

- BY LIZZY BUCHAN Political Editor

BRITAIN is set to press ahead with recognising a Palestinian state this month as Israel shows no signs of pulling back.

Foreign Secretary David Lammy yesterday told MPs the government would deliver on its ultimatum at the UN General Assembly unless there is a breakthrough on a Gaza ceasefire.

Officials are expected to assess formally whether Israel has met Keir Starmer's tests. These include ending the “appalling situation” in Gaza, agreeing to a ceasefire and reviving the prospect of a two-state solution.

Mr Lammy said: “Unless we get the breakthrough that we need on the ceasefire, and a full process, we will move to recognition at the UN General Assembly in New York.”