Canada announced plans to recognize the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025, marking a notable shift in its foreign policy. Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that this recognition is contingent on the Palestinian Authority implementing key reforms, including holding elections in 2026 without the participation of Hamas and the full demilitarization of the state. This move aligns Canada with France and the United Kingdom, both of which have recently declared their intention to recognize Palestine. The decision has drawn immediate criticism from Israel, which condemned the recognition as a reward to Hamas. Currently, 147 of the 193 UN member states have formally recognized Palestine. Carney emphasized that Canada's decision is influenced by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and aims to increase international pressure on Israel. The announcement represents a departure from previous Canadian parliamentary votes that rejected similar proposals and highlights Canada's evolving stance on Middle East diplomacy within the G7 context.