New Zealand is considering the recognition of Palestine during the conflict

• New Zealand is considering the recognition of Palestine in September 2025.
• MP Chloe Swarbrick was expelled from parliament for critical statements about Israel.
• Prime Minister Christopher Luxon condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as unacceptable.

New Zealand is holding term debates regarding the possible recognition of Palestine after the government announced its intention to discuss this issue. On September 13, 2025, during a heated discussion in parliament, MP Chloe Swarbrick was expelled from the chamber for her statement about the necessity of supporting the legislation that prohibits sanctions against Israel for its actions in Gaza.

The government of New Zealand, led by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, is considering the possibility of recognizing Palestine in response to international calls. Luxon emphasized that the actions of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are "absolutely unacceptable" and called for ensuring humanitarian aid for the population of Gaza.

During the past week, the international community, including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, announced its intention to recognize Palestine at the upcoming UN meeting in September. Luxon noted that New Zealand's decision will be well-considered and balanced.

At the same time, Swarbrick in her speech referred to New Zealand as a "laggard" in international politics, emphasizing that the country stands out from its partners. She called on the government to take active steps, although a parliamentary speaker stated that her words were "absolutely unacceptable," which led to her exclusion from the meeting.

Earlier, Luxon also expressed concern about Israeli plans regarding the occupation of Gaza, stating that this is a violation of international law. At the same time, the government of New Zealand plans to finalize a decision regarding the recognition of Palestine next month, taking into account the international context and reactions to Israel's actions.

Tags: Middle East/Politics