US Dismisses Allies’ Recognition of Palestinian State as ‘Performative’

Report by “Safarti Tarjuman” International News Desk

Washington — The United States has sharply criticized moves by several of its closest allies to recognize a Palestinian state, calling the declarations “performative” and warning they could undermine efforts to achieve a negotiated two-state solution with Israel.

Britain, Canada, Australia, France, and Portugal are among the countries that formally recognized Palestine this week, joining a wave of international support for Palestinian statehood ahead of a high-profile summit in New York. The meeting, co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia, is expected to draw dozens of world leaders in an attempt to reinvigorate the two-state framework.

A senior U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Washington viewed these recognitions as “symbolic gestures” that risk complicating peace negotiations. “Recognition without a credible path to direct talks is counterproductive and ultimately performative,” the official stated.

Israel and the United States have opted to boycott the New York summit, with Israel’s UN Ambassador Danny Danon branding it a “political circus.” Israeli officials have also hinted at retaliatory measures, including possible annexation of parts of the occupied West Bank, a move that could trigger significant regional backlash.

While countries like Britain, Canada, and France pushed forward with recognition, others remain cautious. Italy warned such actions could prove “counterproductive,” while Germany argued they might weaken prospects for a negotiated settlement with Israel.

France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot defended the move, insisting recognition was not only a show of support for Palestinian statehood but also a rejection of Hamas. He emphasized that any future governance of Gaza must exclude the militant group.

The United Arab Emirates, which normalized ties with Israel under the 2020 Abraham Accords, warned that annexation of the West Bank would cross a “red line” and undermine regional stability. The UAE’s Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh stressed that annexation would betray the very spirit of normalization.

Meanwhile, Palestinians displaced by Israel’s ongoing military operations in Gaza expressed skepticism that recognition alone would improve their situation. “Even if more countries acknowledge Palestine, there will be no real change unless Israel is pressured to recognize our rights,” said Nabeel Jaber, a displaced resident of Gaza.

Analysts note that while recognition of a Palestinian state by major Western powers carries symbolic weight, it is unlikely to yield immediate changes on the ground. With Washington opposing unilateral moves and Israel intensifying its military campaign in Gaza, the gap between diplomatic declarations and practical outcomes appears wider than ever.

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