It will specify that a Palestinian state should be recognized as “part of a peace process” and that other states in the region should not block it, according to sources familiar with the draft.
The phrase is likely an attempt to appease his party’s left, which was incensed for several months following the October 7 assaults when the leadership rejected a position in favor of a ceasefire.
However, the Labour Party maintains that Sir Keir’s stance on Palestine’s recognition through an international procedure and alongside a safe and secure Israel has not changed.
The manifesto, which unions and party leaders will approve later today, is generally seen to be cautious when making new promises and to place a strong focus on national security and economic stability.
It revolves around the six key pledges that Sir Keir made during the campaign.
These include increasing the economy, hiring 6,500 more teachers, addressing anti-social behavior and NHS waiting lists.
However, it contains a pledge to “drive down” migration without mentioning a deadline.
Even though prominent Labour politicians have criticized the two-child benefit cap, there is no commitment to reverse it.
