Why the West is Finally Recognising Palestine

Episode 434 of The Rest Is Politics unpacks a major diplomatic shift as the UK, France, and Canada formally recognize Palestinian statehood. Hosts Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell examine how the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Israel’s hardline policies have accelerated Western consensus, sparking renewed debate over the two-state solution. The conversation also connects these moves to President Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Brazil, India, and Switzerland, highlighting the global ripple effects of shifting alliances and hardline economic strategies. Listen for a comprehensive breakdown of the new factors compelling West to recognize Palestinian statehood on Apple Podcasts.