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Israel rejects international diktats on Palestinian statehood
While the government’s resolution does not explicitly rule out the possibility of a Palestinian state, it focuses on the process of granting statehood.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu / @netanyahu
The Israeli government formally declared its opposition to international directives that aim to impose a Palestinian state on Israel, by unanimously approving a resolution on Sunday.
“Israel utterly rejects international diktats regarding a permanent settlement with the Palestinians,” the resolution said. The text of the final statement outlines key principles that underline Israel's stance on negotiations and state recognition.
Opposition to unilateral recognition of Palestinian state:
The government reiterated ongoing opposition to the unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state. It contends that such recognition, especially in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre, would constitute an extraordinary and unprecedented reward to terrorism.
Importantly, it underscored that such recognition has the potential to hinder any prospects for a future peace settlement.
Emphasis on diplomacy and direct negotiations:
The resolution also highlighted Israel’s commitment to a diplomatic resolution and placed significant importance on direct negotiations as the primary avenue for resolving the enduring Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
By rejecting international dictates, the government signaled a determination to retain control over the negotiation process, aiming to safeguard against potential impediments to a comprehensive and lasting peace settlement.
“A settlement, if it is to be reached, will come about solely through direct negotiations between the parties, without preconditions,” the resolution read.
The Israeli military actions have led to the compelled displacement of approximately two million individuals from various areas across the Gaza Strip. The majority of those displaced have been relocated to the densely populated southern city of Rafah, situated near the border with Egypt.
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