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He’s also calling on more European countries to join Ireland, Spain and Norway in recognising the state of Palestine as the first step towards lasting peace in the region.

We want to “build the institutions of a state”, he said, adding “We need to make sure we have a clear plan for governing Gaza and the day after.”

He says further recognition of the state of Palestine was necessary to build lasting peace – and was a starting point.

Mr. Mustafa also met with Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide who formally handed over documents confirming the recognition of a Palestinian state.

Meanwhile EU foreign policy chief Josep Borell decried ongoing attacks in the West Bank and the military offensive in Gaza.

The Spanish and Irish governments will meet with their European counterparts on Brussels on Monday to call on other countries to follow them in recognising Palestine.

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