Breaking news: U.K. will recognize Palestinian statehood, barring Israel-Hamas cease-fire

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Britain would make the move unless Israel agrees to halt the war.

View in browser July 29, 2025, 12:34 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Pool photo by Jordan Pettitt U.K. Will Recognize Palestinian Statehood in September, Barring Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain said his country would make the move unless Israel agrees to a cease-fire with Hamas, pressuring Israel to halt a war that has put Gaza on the brink of famine. Read more More Top Stories Marjorie Taylor Greene became the first Republican lawmaker to call the Gaza crisis a "genocide." → The Manhattan gunman wrote a note referring to the N.F.L. and brain trauma, the police said. → President Trump is winning his trade war. What will it mean for the economy? → If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018