STOCKHOLM: Sweden became the first European Union country on Friday to have recognized Palestine as an independent state, Reuters reported on Friday.
According to the report, Sweden’s Prime Mister Stefan Lofven said that it is the first major European country to take the step to recognize the Palestine as an independent state.
The recognition of Palestine as an independent state was  approved by United Nations (UN) General Assembly back in 2012.
Palestine and Israel conflict can be solved with a two-state solution, Swedish PM Stefan Lofven said.
According to him both countries have to negotiate in accordance with international law to find the solution of the conflict.
“A two-state solution requires mutual recognition and a will to peaceful co-existence. Sweden will therefore recognize the state of Palestine.”
The Palestinians want an independent state in the West Bank and Gaza, with capital in East Jerusalem.
While Gaza’s boundaries are clearly defined, the precise territory of what would constitute Palestine in the West Bank and East Jerusalem will only be determined via negotiations with Israel on a two-state solution. Negotiations are currently suspended.
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