In a notable development at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, several countries, including France, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Andorra, and Belgium, have formally recognised the State of Palestine. This follows announcements from Canada, Australia, Portugal, and the United Kingdom, bringing the total to 157 UN member states, 81 per cent of the body, plus the Holy See. These steps, as reported, reflect a growing international consensus on Palestinian statehood. Drawing on established theories of state recognition in international law, alongside insights from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and other tribunals, this recognition underscores Palestine’s status as a state under legal frameworks.