According to Deutsche Welle, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government have persistently condemned efforts to recognize a Palestinian state, arguing that such actions would incentivize terrorism. Despite such opposition, the global landscape is shifting, with 143 out of 193 UN General Assembly members voting in favor of recognizing Palestinian statehood in May 2024. While Palestine currently holds non-member observer status, full UN membership requires Security Council approval, which the US has previously blocked using its veto power.

Recent diplomatic developments reveal a growing trend towards recognizing Palestinian statehood. In 2024, countries including the Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, and Barbados declared their recognition of Palestinian territories as a state. Mexico also demonstrated support by establishing a full embassy in the Palestinian territories. Colombia, having recognized Palestine in 2018, has further reduced its ties with Israel amid ongoing conflicts, under the leadership of President Gustavo Petro.

The Western stance on Palestinian statehood has historically supported an independent Palestinian state existing alongside Israel as part of a peace agreement. However, recent conflict in Gaza since 2023 has prompted countries like Ireland, Norway, and Spain to formally recognize Palestinian statehood. France led the G7 nations, with others such as Canada, Malta, Australia, Portugal, and Belgium following suit. Expert Hugh Lovatt from the European Council on Foreign Relations suggests countries like Denmark and Luxembourg might be next, although Germany remains unlikely to alter its stance due to strong support for Israel.