Ireland recognises Palestinian state as Israel recall ambassador in response

Taoiseach Simon Harris and Tánaiste Micheál Martin speaking to the media during a press conference outside the Government Buildings, Dublin, as Ireland recognised the state of Palestine. Picture: Damien Storan/PA Wire

Ireland will recognise Palestine as a state, the Taoiseach has confirmed as Israel has recalled its ambassador from Ireland. 

Simon Harris confirmed that Spain and Norway will also take this "important step" today, with more countries set to join at a later date.