Finland has joined the French-Saudi New York declaration, a diplomatic effort aimed at achieving a peaceful two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This move is part of a broader international push, which includes countries like Britain, France, Canada, and Australia, to pressure Israel to end its assault on Gaza and stop the expansion of settlements …
Finland’s Support for the Two-State Solution
Finland has joined the French-Saudi New York declaration, a diplomatic effort aimed at achieving a peaceful two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This move is part of a broader international push, which includes countries like Britain, France, Canada, and Australia, to pressure Israel to end its assault on Gaza and stop the expansion of settlements in the West Bank.
What the Declaration Means
The declaration is seen as a significant step toward creating the conditions for a viable Palestinian state, with its proponents hoping it will be the “starting gun” for a quick path to peace. While some view these recognitions as largely symbolic, others, including Husam Zomlot of the Palestinian Mission in London, believe they are a crucial step toward tangible progress. Israel has strongly criticized these moves, arguing that they would reward Hamas.
The Larger Goal: The Two-State Solution
The declaration and the decisions of several nations to recognize a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly are intended to reinvigorate the long-stalled peace process. They aim to establish a framework where an independent Palestinian state can exist peacefully alongside Israel.
