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Bob Rae, Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations, has noted that the upcoming international conference on resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will not be a peace event in itself. In statements to UN News, Rae emphasized that the purpose of this meeting is to “try to keep the debate alive and overcome contentious points to arrive at solutions.” Uncertainty has increased due to the lack of direct participation from both parties and the United States, raising serious doubts about the conference’s success.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed concern about the possibility that the two-state solution process may fade away. In a recent speech, Guterres questioned those who doubt this option, asking: “What is the alternative?” His remarks highlighted the responsibility of the international community in preserving this path to peace.
The conference, scheduled to last four days, was convened following a resolution by the General Assembly in 2024. France and Saudi Arabia are co-chairs of the event, which emphasizes in its concept note almost universal support for the two-state solution, despite the current challenging situation. The intent is not to launch another endless process, but to implement a definitive solution.
Anne-Claire Legendre, advisor to French President Emmanuel Macron on the Middle East, urged the need to keep the prospects of a Palestinian state alive, calling for concrete and irreversible actions for its implementation. This includes a lasting ceasefire, the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza, and the release of hostages.
Manal bint Hassan Radwan, head of the Saudi negotiating team, underscored the need for a “credible political plan” that addresses the roots of the conflict to end the fighting. According to Radwan, the approach must go beyond a mere ceasefire, requiring a solid framework that considers the historical issues that have hindered peace.
The two-state solution, which seeks the peaceful coexistence of Jewish and Palestinian populations, has a historical background that dates back to the 1947 partition proposals and the Oslo Accords in 1993. Despite many efforts, the path to that solution has been fraught with obstacles. The current challenge for the international community lies in facilitating effective dialogue that paves the way for a shared future for both nations.
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