France, Canada, UK back Palestinian state at UNGA as US seeks Israel funding

At the United Nations General Assembly, France, Canada, and the United Kingdom formally recognized a Palestinian state in September 2025. This diplomatic move followed earlier announcements in July 2025 by the respective governments to support a two-state solution as a path to peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The UN General Assembly also endorsed the "New York Declaration," a framework calling for a two-state solution.

Concurrently, in September 2026, the United States is pursuing a proposed $2.8 billion arms package for Israel. This package reportedly includes 40,000 2,000-pound bombs and has been informally presented to congressional committees. The proposed sale has sparked debate, with some lawmakers expressing concerns regarding the use of these weapons and their alignment with international law and civilian protection in conflict zones.

This proposed funding for Israel aligns with the long-standing substantial military and financial support the U.S. provides, which has included billions in aid since October 2023 and an ongoing agreement to provide $3.8 billion annually through 2028.