By Palestine Chronicle Staff 
European Union Countries Consider Jointly Recognizing Palestinian State
Reports suggest that Ireland, Spain, Slovenia, and Malta are in talks to jointly recognize Palestinian statehood on May 21.
In a statement, former Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar and counterparts from Spain, Malta, and Slovenia expressed their readiness to recognize Palestine, emphasizing the importance of a two-state solution for peace.
Conversations between Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez highlighted the urgent need for peace in the Middle East.
Push for Justice at ICJ
Ireland is set to intervene in the genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), condemning the mass violations of international humanitarian law in Gaza.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in thousands of Palestinian casualties, with a devastating impact on women and children, leading to mass displacement and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Spoke with @sanchezcastejon this morning on the wish of both Ireland and Spain to recognise the State of Palestine.
Formal recognition of Palestine is important as part of an acknowledgment that a two-state solution is the way to bring about peace and stability in the region.
— Simon Harris TD (@SimonHarrisTD) May 6, 2024
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
The conflict has led to a dire situation in Gaza, with tens of thousands of casualties and widespread destruction, prompting calls for justice and peace in the region.
(Anadolu, PC)