‘Reward For Hamas’: Trump Criticises Countries Recognising Palestinian StatehoodCurated By :News18.comLast Updated: September 23, 2025, 20:45 ISTTrump condemned countries recognising Palestine in recent days, suggesting that such recognition promotes “Hamas’ atrocities” rather than promoting peaceUS President Donald Trump addressing the UNGA | Image: XUS President Donald Trump on Tuesday criticised several nations that have recently recognised Palestinian statehood, calling the move a “reward" for Hamas’ atrocities. Trump condemned countries recognising Palestine in recent days, suggesting that such recognition incentivises “Hamas’ atrocities" rather than promoting peace. The move drew criticism from Israel and the United States, which argue that recognising Palestine could empower extremists and reward Hamas, the group responsible for the October 7, 2023, attacks on southern Israel that sparked the ongoing conflict. About the Author Ronit Singh Ronit Singh, Senior Sub-Editor at News18.com, works with the India and Breaking News team. Ronit is an alumnus of Christ (Deemed to be... Read MoreLocation : United States of America (USA)First Published: September 23, 2025, 20:25 ISTNews world ‘Reward For Hamas’: Trump Criticises Countries Recognising Palestinian StatehoodDisclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s.