Burak Bir
January 6, 2026
A new plaque replaces the old name "Palestinian Mission to the United Kingdom" with "Embassy of the State of Palestine", marking full diplomatic recognition.
The Palestinian embassy in London was officially opened on Monday, replacing the former designation "Palestinian Mission to the United Kingdom" with "Embassy of the State of Palestine," a development that now reflects a full diplomatic status.
In this context, Palestinian Ambassador Husam Zomlot inaugurated the new embassy by unveiling the official plaque in London.
The United Kingdom formally recognized the State of Palestine in September, and, in the wake of this, a Palestinian flag was raised above the mission located in west London.
Addressing senior British officials, members of the diplomatic corps and representatives of the Palestinian community, Zomlot, on behalf of the Palestinian president and people, thanked the British government and people, stressing that this inauguration is the culmination of a century-old struggle.
«This is a day of hope, a day of determination, and a day that reminds the world that peace is not only possible, it is inevitable when it is rooted in justice, dignity, and equality." Zomlot said.
In the same vein, the ambassador described this inauguration as a recognition of the inalienable right of the Palestinian people to sovereignty and equality among nations.
«This embassy is proof that our identity cannot be denied, that our presence cannot be erased, and that our lives cannot be devalued.", he added.
For a people deprived of their right to self-determination for more than a century, this is, according to him, a "monumental moment".
«Today, the Palestinian community in the United Kingdom has a home far from home, a piece of Palestine on British soil." he affirmed, reaffirming Palestine's commitment to a just and lasting peace, based on international law, an end to the Israeli occupation and respect for the rights of Palestinian refugees.
source: Anadolu Agency
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