Prime Minister Simon Harris expressed a desire to co-ordinate such a move with Spain and other like-minded nations following discussions with his Spanish counterpart.

It was discussed at a meeting between Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

Harris later revealed Ireland's intention to move towards recognising a Palestinian state in collaboration with Spain and potentially other supportive countries.

“As we move forward, we would like to do so with as many others as possible to lend weight to the decision and to send the strongest message,” he said.

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