OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump slammed allied nations for unilaterally recognizing Palestinian statehood — which he said is a “reward” for Hamas terrorists — during a lengthy speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday.

While Trump did not call out specific countries, like Canada which made its formal announcement ahead of the summit in New York, he accused member states of seemingly encouraging “continued conflict” in the region by giving into Hamas’ demands.

“The rewards would be too great for Hamas terrorists for their atrocities. This would be a reward for these horrible atrocities, including October 7, even while they refused to release the hostages or accept a ceasefire,” Trump said in a more than 50-minute speech.

“Instead of giving in to Hamas’ ransom demand

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