Israel formals opposition to Palestinian state “unilateral recognition”

Israel has formalised its opposition to what it called “unilateral recognition” of Palestinian citizenship and said any such agreement should be reached through direct negotiations.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu brought “the declarative decision” to a cabinet vote, which unanimously approved the decision.

Efforts to reach a solution of two states a Palestinian state in the West Coast and Gaza along with Israel have stalled since 2014, Reuters reports.

Joe Biden has tried to reach an even broader agreement in the Middle East that would include Saudi Arabia and other Arab states that normalise ties with Israel, as well as the creation of a Palestinian state.

Israeli official statement, according to Netanyah's office, says:

Israel rejects international direct dictatorships regarding a permanent agreement with Palestinians. An agreement, if reached, will be achieved only through direct negotiations between the parties without preconditions.

Israel will continue to oppose unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state. Such recognition in the continuation of the October 7th massacre will give a great and unprecedented reward to terrorism and prevent any future peace accords.