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Discussing a Palestinian state

And why more countries, including France and the UK, are calling for it.

A growing number of countries have said they could recognise Palestine as a state. What does a Palestinian state mean? And why is this one of the most divisive issues on the planet? In recent weeks France has joined the list of countries that think that a Palestinian state should be recognised. Canada and the UK say they may do it the same, if conditions aren’t met by Israel.

The ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½â€™s Chief International correspondent Lyse Doucet explains some of the issues involved and why the situation is so complex.

Presenter: Hannah Gelbart
Producers: William Lee Adams and Mora Morrison
Editors: Verity Wilde and Simon Peeks

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