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Espen Barth Eide: Why will Norway recognise a Palestinian state?

Sarah Montague speaks to Norway’s foreign minister, Espen Barth Eide. Will his country's move to recognise a Palestinian state help or hinder the path to peace in the Middle East?

Sarah Montague speaks to Norway’s Foreign Minister, Espen Barth Eide. His country, along with Ireland and Spain, says it will recognise a Palestinian state. Israel says that decision sends a message to the world that “terrorism pays”. Will the move help or hinder the path to peace in the Middle East?

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