Poland expressed its support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state as a way to resolving the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. The country's position was announced after Ireland, Spain and Norway announced that they would recognize Palestine as an independent state, Reuters and Focus report.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski emphasized Poland's commitment to work together with the High Representative of the European Union and other nations that support finding a lasting and stable solution to the conflict.
Sikorski emphasized that, according to Poland, the creation of two sovereign states represents the most viable path to lasting peace in the region.
Poland's move signals a growing consensus among European countries on the need for a solution aimed at ending the conflict and paving the way for peace between Israel and the Palestinians.