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The UN Vote and the Trump-Starmer Divide: A Tale of Two Policies

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The recent United Nations General Assembly vote supporting a two-state solution provides a crucial backdrop to the policy divide between US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. While 142 nations backed the resolution, the US voted against it, a stance Trump reaffirmed by disagreeing with the UK’s plan for Palestinian recognition.
During his UK state visit, Trump publicly noted his difference of opinion with Starmer, who is aligning his government’s policy more closely with the global consensus reflected in the UN vote. The UK’s planned recognition of Palestine is a direct manifestation of this alignment.
Prime Minister Starmer defended his position as a pragmatic step toward achieving the very two-state solution endorsed by the UN. He argued it is part of an “overall package” for peace, while also seeking to reassure allies by explicitly stating that Hamas would have no future governing role.
The public disagreement in London brings the global diplomatic split into sharp relief. The UK is navigating a course between its principal ally, the US, and the overwhelming majority of the international community, all while reportedly delaying its official announcement to avoid a direct clash with its presidential guest.

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