London, Sept 23: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday that the UK is formally recognising the State of Palestine. This decision aligns the UK with Australia and Canada, marking a coordinated move among Commonwealth nations. London, Sept 23: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday that the UK is formally recognising the State of Palestine. More countries, including France, are expected to recognize a Palestinian state during this week’s UN General Assembly. The recognition has faced criticism from the United States and Israel, who oppose the establishment of a Palestinian state.