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Live: Palestinian state recognitions 'reward' Hamas for 'horrible atrocities', Trump tells UN
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday told the UN General Assembly that the recent recognitions of a Palestinian state by Western powers – including France – were a "reward" to Hamas for "horrible atrocities". His address came as Israel continues to escalate its offensive in Gaza City. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments.
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday told the UN General Assembly that the recent recognitions of a Palestinian state by Western powers – including France – were a "reward" to Hamas for "horrible atrocities". His address came as Israel continues to escalate its offensive in Gaza City. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments.
