Spain’s decision to recognize Palestinian state marks potential turning point for Europe

FILE - People attend a protest calling for a cease-fire in Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, outside Cibeles Palace in Madrid, Jan. 27, 2024/Reuters

MADRID: Spain’s announcement this week that it will recognize a Palestinian sovereign state by July could mark a major turning point with other European states poised to follow Madrid’s lead, analysts say.