As for all of these Western nations that are recognizing a Palestinian state, the president has been very clear he disagrees with this decision. He spoke about that in the UK Standing right next to his friend Prime Minister Starmer, and He feels this [recognition of a Palestinian state] does not do anything to release the hostages, which is the primary goal right now in Gaza. does nothing to end this conflict and bring this war to a close. And frankly, he believes it's a reward to help Hamas. (28:44–28:52)
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Asserts that recognizing a Palestinian state does not help release hostages in Gaza.
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