>this very small country, which is not really even a country
This Is the Only Country in the World That Is Recognised by the UN but Has No Land
While the United Nations has 193 recognised countries, it also has two observer states, namely Palestine and The Vatican City. But there is a little-known third entity which also holds observer status in the UN. Yes, get ready for this – this is an officially recognised country with no land! Welcome to The Sovereign Military Order of Malta. The Order, complete with its own website has no actual land, yet it is recognised by the UN and maintains diplomatic relations with 107 countries.
In its long history, the Order has owned land and resided in modern day Israel, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, and Malta.
https://theculturetrip.com/europe/malta/articles/this-is-the-only-country-in-the-world-that-is-recognised-by-the-un-but-has-no-land/