Ireland, Norway and Spain recognise Palestine. What has that changed?

Now 146 out of 193 UN members recognise Palestine, but what does that mean for Palestinians?

Ireland, Norway and Spain have recognised Palestine as an independent state.

What is left of historical Palestine lies divided between the Israeli-occupied West Bank and the besieged Gaza Strip, upon which Israel is waging a nearly eight-month-long war, killing more than 36,000 people.

Palestinians across Gaza and the West Bank have expressed optimism and pride in their country and their cause being recognised more widely.