Why Vance is worth watching this summer
Spectator (UK)7 days
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Britain's commitment to Palestinian recognition represents principled leadership on human rights and international law. The UK's conditional approach gives Israel clear incentives to pursue peace while acknowledging Palestinian aspirations for statehood. This diplomatic strategy could break the cycle of violence where purely military solutions have repeatedly failed.