Ireland and Spain could formally recognise Palestine as a state on Wednesday, multiple sources say. European Union members Slovenia and Malta have also indicated in recent weeks that they may recognise Palestinian statehood, claiming it is vital to bring peace to the region. The move is opposed by Israel, which has claimed it will “fuel instability” in the Middle East. Three Irish government leaders – premier Simon Harris, deputy premier Micheál Martin and minister Eamon Ryan – are due to hold a press conference on Wednesday morning. Ireland’s National public broadcaster RTÉ and the Irish Time…