Greek opposition parties push government to recognize Palestine

Most Greek parliamentary parties are urging the New Democracy (ND) government to recognize Palestine, following the recent endorsements by Spain, Ireland and Norway for a two-state solution to the Middle East conflict.

SYRIZA, PASOK, the Communist Party of Greece (KKE), Course for Freedom and the New Left have all expressed support for Palestinian statehood. They argue that Greece should align with international efforts for a just resolution in the region.

SYRIZA called for active diplomacy and reiterated the party's support for a two-state solution with East Jerusalem as Palestine's capital. PASOK emphasized that establishing a Palestinian state is the only solution, aligning with long-standing UN decisions.

KKE has formally pressured the government through a parliamentary inquiry led by Secretary General Dimitris Koutsoumbas. Course for Freedom's leader, Zoe...