Portugal has announced plans to consult its president and parliament in September regarding official recognition of Palestine at the United Nations. This move follows similar announcements from France, the United Kingdom, and Canada, as momentum builds among Western nations to support Palestinian statehood. Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro’s office made the statement on Thursday, indicating that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has intensified the urgency of international action. Earlier this week, Canada expressed intent to recognize Palestine at the upcoming UN General Assembly session, citing worsening conditions in Gaza. France and the UK have also indicated they are prepared to take similar steps if certain conditions are not met by Israel.