Several Western governments advanced Palestinian state recognition in September 2025, with the UK, Canada, Australia, France, Portugal, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, and others formalizing the step during or around the UN General Assembly, increasing the total to roughly 157 UN members. These moves formed part of coordinated diplomatic efforts tied to two-state solution initiatives, including a French-Saudi conference and the New York Declaration, often linked to Gaza ceasefire demands, Palestinian Authority reforms, and elections scheduled for 2026. In July 2026, Belgium directed its government to proceed with recognition amid shifts in Gaza governance. Remaining holdouts among G7 and EU states continue to condition any change on security arrangements and negotiations, while scheduled UN sessions and potential further bilateral announcements could influence additional recognitions before the 2027 deadline.