Скачать или смотреть Why the UK Must Recognise Palestine Now | Sir Vincent Fean on BBC Radio Scotland 31/7/25

In this powerful interview on BBC Radio Scotland, Sir Vincent Fean—former UK Consul General in Jerusalem and trustee of the Britain Palestine Project—reacts to a wave of global momentum toward recognising the State of Palestine.

As Canada joins France, Spain, Ireland, and possibly the UK in plans to officially recognise Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly this September, Sir Vincent argues that the time is now. He explains why recognition is not just symbolic—but an essential step for peace, justice, and international law.

Sir Vincent also speaks movingly about the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with starvation and mass displacement, and stresses the urgent need for a ceasefire and accountability. He tackles tough questions on Hamas, elections, and the future of Palestinian governance, while calling on the UK and other powers to step up, including the possibility of sanctions if Israel does not change course.

🎧 Topics covered:

The domino effect of global recognition for Palestine

Gaza’s humanitarian catastrophe and the role of international law

The myth that Palestine isn’t “ready” for statehood

How the UK can—and must—lead with moral courage

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