Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly rejected the recognition of a Palestinian state by the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal, stating on September 22nd, 2025, that such actions constitute a 'huge reward to terrorism.' These comments follow the recognitions made by these nations, which were confirmed earlier on September 22nd, 2025. Netanyahu's firm stance was reported by Reuters and Newsmax, with the Prime Minister asserting that "there will be no Palestinian state." His remarks come in the context of ongoing conflict and diplomatic developments surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian issue, referencing the attack of October 7, 2023. This rejection by Israel's leader escalates the diplomatic tension following the wave of recognitions. Saudi Arabia had previously welcomed these recognitions on September 21st, 2025, viewing them as underscoring a commitment to peace and a two-state solution, according to a statement from the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Meanwhile, Israeli Foreign Minister Gidon Saar met with UK politicians in New York on September 21st, concluding at 10:04 PM UTC, to express gratitude for their opposition to Portugal's recognition of Palestine, illustrating a divided international response. In parallel developments on September 21st, 2025, Hamas publicly executed three Palestinians in Gaza City, accusing them of cooperation with Israel. Earlier that day, seven Palestinians, including four children, were reported killed by Israeli airstrikes near an UNRWA clinic in Bureij refugee camp. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the release of dozens of ultra-Orthodox defectors on the evening of September 21st, a decision that drew criticism. The Allenby Bridge crossing to Jordan remained closed for passenger traffic following an attack, and Egypt announced border security measures in the Sinai Peninsula. Separately, a social media post received at 1:12 AM UTC on September 22nd, 2025, detailed aid boxes designed by the Global Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) for Gaza, containing nutritious meals engineered for easy transport by women and children.
