Norway, Ireland, Spain to officially recognise Palestinian state; Israel recalls ambassadors

Norway, Ireland and Spain said Wednesday they are recognising a Palestinian state in a historic move that drew condemnation from Israel and jubilation from the Palestinians. Israel immediately ordered back its ambassadors from Norway and Ireland. The formal recognition will be made on May 28. The development is a step toward a long-held Palestinian aspiration…

Simon Harris has become Ireland's youngest-ever prime minister

Simon Harris Youngest-Ever Prime Minister of Ireland

Simon Harris has Ireland’s youngest-ever prime minister at the age of 37. On Tuesday, he was officially installed as taoiseach (Irish prime minister) by members of the Dail (Irish parliament). He replaced Leo Varadkar, who suddenly announced he was stepping down last month. According to sources , Mr Harris’ nomination was confirmed by a decisive…