Observer status at the United Nations is granted to non-member states, entities, and organizations that wish to participate in the work of the UN but are not full-fledged members. Two European states that currently enjoy observer status at the United Nations are the Holy See and the State of Palestine.

The Holy See, which is the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the Catholic Church in Rome, has been an observer at the UN since 1964. The Holy See's observer status allows it to participate in the General Assembly debates and other UN meetings, as well as to submit written statements and participate in negotiations. The Holy See's observer status at the UN reflects its unique status as the spiritual and administrative center of the Catholic Church, which has a global presence and influence.

The State of Palestine was granted observer status at the UN in 2012, following a vote by the General Assembly. This status allows Palestine to participate in UN debates and discussions, although it does not have voting rights like full member states. The granting of observer status to Palestine was a significant step towards recognizing its statehood and sovereignty, although the issue remains a point of contention in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Observer status at the United Nations allows states like the Holy See and Palestine to have a voice in global affairs and to participate in international diplomacy. While observer states do not have the same rights and privileges as full members, they still play an important role in shaping the decisions and policies of the UN.

For more information about observer states at the United Nations, you can visit the official UN website here. This page provides a list of all current observer states at the UN, as well as information about their rights and responsibilities within the organization.

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