76 years ago, we were rightly proud to recognise the state of Israel.

The UK granted de jure recognition of the State of Israel on 27 April 1950 (de facto recognition had come on 29 January 1949). Measured from the 2026 debate, 76 years earlier is 1950, matching the UK's formal (de jure) recognition.

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Checked Wed 1 Jul, 10:08 · Broadcast: E-petition debate relating to pro-Israel influence on UK politics & democracy - Monday 22 June 2026.

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