Irish Examiner view: Two-state solution is now more practical

Minister Eamon Ryan, Taoiseach Simon Harris and Tanaiste Micheal Martin speaking to the media outside Government Buildings as Ireland recognised the state of Palestine. Picture: Damien Storan/PA

History was made yesterday when Ireland, along with Spain and Norway, recognised the state of Palestine.

It is only a century since Irish representatives were seeking similar recognition for this country after the First World War, so it is appropriate Ireland was to the fore in this diplomatic initiative.