About three-quarters of the countries in the United Nations recognize the Palestinian state, which holds a “Permanent Observer State” status within the intergovernmental body — allowing it to be part of the proceedings but unable to vote on resolutions.

Three more countries — close U.S. allies — have joined the tally in the last week.

Last week, France said that it would recognize Palestinian statehood, with President Emmanuel Macron stating the move is part of a commitment to a “just and lasting peace” in the Middle East.

France became the first nation within the Group of Seven (G7) to do so.

The announcement came shortly after negotiations over a ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas broke down, with Israel and........

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