A Palestinian state should only be established after reaching a peace agreement with Israel, which requires mutual recognition and compromise. UN member states should focus on fostering trust and respect between the parties rather than imposing outcomes. Prematurely recognizing Palestine undermines the efforts of UN members to promote the rule of law and the international legal order.

While the viability of a Palestinian state is doubtful due to Israel's ongoing military occupation, Spain is still standing up to advocate for what's right. This decision also makes perfect sense given Spain's historical and cultural ties to the Arab world and commitment to humanitarianism. Governments across the West have expressed a desire for a two-state solution, but Spain is putting its money where its mouth is.

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