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The UK could recognise Palestine as an independent state separately from the US or Israel, Keir Starmer has reiterated.
Speaking at a press conference at the conclusion of the Nato summit in Washington, the British Prime Minister said again that recognising Palestine needed to be "part of the process" of securing peace in the region, restating a position set out by Foreign Secretary David Lammy last month.
Asked whether he would be willing to act on recognising Palestine before the US or Israel, Mr Starmer answered: "So far as our policy is concerned, I'll determine our policy, not follow anyone else."
He also repeated his call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, saying he had discussed the issue with other leaders at the summit in Washington.
He said: "Now we are in office it is our solemn duty to play our full part in resolving the conflict, which has to end. There must be a ceasefire."
The conflict in Gaza has proved a thorn in Mr Starmer's side since it began in October, after the Labour leader stated Israel “has the right” to withhold power and water from Gaza a few days after the Hamas attacks.
Several Labour candidates, including Rushanara Ali, experienced death threats and voter intimidation during the general election campaign as a result of the party’s stance on the issue.
A record number of independent MPs successfully stood on pro-Gaza platforms, including Iqbal Mohamed, who told The National Labour now has a “Muslim problem”.
Former MP Jonathan Ashworth was one of several Labour candidates defeated by independents who made Gaza a major part of their campaign, while others such as Health Secretary Wes Streeting saw their majorities slashed.
Former shadow cabinet member Thangam Debbonaire, who lost her seat to the Green Party, told Channel 4 News on Wednesday that Labour's "lack of a strong narrative" on Gaza "had consequences".
In his press conference on Thursday night, Mr Starmer paid tribute to Ms Debbonaire, saying she had done "a fantastic job in the shadow cabinet and was an incredible politician".
He said: "I pay tribute to her, she's got a lot to offer and she will offer a lot more."
How being social media savvy can improve your well being
Next time when procastinating online remember that you can save thousands on paying for a personal trainer and a gym membership simply by watching YouTube videos and keeping up with the latest health tips and trends.
As social media apps are becoming more and more consumed by health experts and nutritionists who are using it to awareness and encourage patients to engage in physical activity.
Elizabeth Watson, a personal trainer from Stay Fit gym in Abu Dhabi suggests that “individuals can use social media as a means of keeping fit, there are a lot of great exercises you can do and train from experts at home just by watching videos on YouTube”.
Norlyn Torrena, a clinical nutritionist from Burjeel Hospital advises her clients to be more technologically active “most of my clients are so engaged with their phones that I advise them to download applications that offer health related services”.
Torrena said that “most people believe that dieting and keeping fit is boring”.
However, by using social media apps keeping fit means that people are “modern and are kept up to date with the latest heath tips and trends”.
“It can be a guide to a healthy lifestyle and exercise if used in the correct way, so I really encourage my clients to download health applications” said Mrs Torrena.
People can also connect with each other and exchange “tips and notes, it’s extremely healthy and fun”.
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