The Palestinian embassy in Britain officially opened on Monday – a piece of Palestine on British soil; a symbol of peace, dignity, steadfastness and the Palestinian people’s enduring pursuit of justice and freedom.The United Kingdom announced the recognition of the State of Palestine in September last year.The embassy, formerly the Palestinian mission in Britain, is located in the Hammersmith area of west London.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony the Palestinian Ambassador to Britain, Husam Zomlot, said the establishment of the embassy was a “historic moment” that “marked a profound milestone” in British-Palestinian relations.
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