RAMALLAH, Palestinian Territories, July 31, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas welcomed Canada's "historic" move to recognise the state of Palestine during a phone call with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Wafa reported Wednesday.

Abbas "appreciated Canada's historic position in recognizing the State of Palestine, which will enhance peace, stability, and security in the region", the official Palestinian news agency said.