2024-03-29 01:48:05
Foreign Minister Israel Katz called the plan of four European countries to officially recognize a “Palestinian state” after the October 7 massacre by Hamas terrorists as a reward for terror.
According to him, this conflict should be resolved only through the negotiation process. At the same time, if a “Palestinian state” is recognized, the situation will become tense.
“A resolution to the conflict will only be possible through direct negotiations between the parties. Any participation in the recognition of a Palestinian state will only reduce the chances of a negotiated settlement to the conflict and increase regional instability,” Katz emphasized.
As you know, last week Spain announced that it had reached an agreement with Ireland, Malta and Slovenia to begin the process of recognizing a “Palestinian state.”
Earlier, Kursor wrote that Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich denied reports that the United States intends to soon present a framework peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, which would recognize a “Palestinian state.”
In addition, Cursor reported that Minister Gideon Saar approached Netanyahu, demanding clarification regarding media reports about the possible recognition of a Palestinian state by Israel. The head of government categorically denied these allegations. The Minister again called for an information campaign in the United States.
Kursor also reported that recognizing the Palestinian Authority as a state at this time could be a serious mistake. This opinion was expressed by former US Secretary of Defense Robert Gates. The West underestimates the depth of the trauma caused by the events of October 7 and must realize that a two-state solution is only possible when Israel is confident that a Palestinian state will not become the basis for further attacks.