Two State Solution

The problem with Israel’s hasbara is what it refuses to say - opinion

Public diplomacy based on the ‘two state solution’ is a recipe for continued Israeli failure.

Israeli political scientist and former member of Knesset Dr. Einat Wilf visits The Jerusalem Post's podcast studio, September 2026.
The flags of Israel and Palestine are seen on a map of the Middle East (illustrative)

Two states is not enough: Palestinians need sovereignty, Israelis need security - opinion

Marwan Barghouti is tightly guarded as he leaves a hearing at the Jerusalem Magistrate’s Court in 2012.

Ro Khanna calls on Israel to release Marwan Barghouti: 'Palestinians must choose their own leaders'

Relations between Turkey and Israel (illustrative)

The election will decide whether Jerusalem becomes Ankara - opinion


Canada pledges over $400 million to West Bank, Gaza after recognizing a Palestinian state

The money also includes $47 million to fund the enhancement of both areas' judicial systems, government structures, economic resilience, and democratization efforts.

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks at a press conference about recognizing Palestinian statehood in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, July 30, 2025

The ‘two-state solution’ is making its last stand at the UN. It’s time for a new approach - opinion

“Two democracies for two peoples” ought to be the rallying cry of our time.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addresses delegates during a high-level meeting of heads of state on a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians at United Nations headquarters in New York City, U.S., September 22, 2025.

Macron: Palestinian statehood recognition meant to weaken Hamas, not reward violence

“We don’t recognize Palestine to reward violence. We do it to create a political horizon, especially for those who reject Hamas,” Macron said in an interview.

 France's President Emmanuel Macron, July 10, 2025.

World summit to meet on two-state solution as support grows for Palestinian state

The US administration has also warned of possible consequences for those who take measures against Israel, including against France, whose president, Emmanuel Macron, is hosting the New York summit.

 Delegates react to the voting results during the United Nations General Assembly vote on a draft resolution that would recognize the Palestinians as qualified to become a full UN member, in New York City, US May 10, 2024.

WATCH: Over 60 Israeli, Arab pro-ceasefire groups call for recognition of a Palestinian state

A coalition of peace activist groups launched a new campaign, advocating for a peaceful end to the Israel-Hamas War.

Thousands attend a protest near the home of Israeli PM in Jerusalem, calling for an end to the war and the release of all the Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity. September 06, 2025.

UK's Starmer recognizes Palestinian state despite strong opposition from Israel, US

Portugal and France are also set to recognize a Palestinian state, while Canada and Australia formally recognized the state along with Starmer.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, July 28, 2025.

Why Israel should annex the West Bank, but doesn't need to do so yet - opinion

Anyone with even the most superficial understanding of the conflict knows that a Palestinian state has never been further from coming to fruition than today.

THE UN General Assembly adopts a resolution endorsing the ‘New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution,’ earlier this month

Japan won't recognize a Palestinian state given US ties, Asahi reports

Shigeru Ishiba, Japanese Prime Minister, will skip an upcoming United Nations meeting called to discuss a two-state solution.

Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya signs the guests book as he attends a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at U.N. Headquarters in New York City, U.S., April 28, 2025

Columbia hires prof. who supported Palestinian 'indigenous resistance' to lead cultural programs

Kahn is meant to “build and lead initiatives that cultivate curiosity, civic purpose, and meaningful dialogue - facilitating student engagement with faculty outside the classroom.”

 Columbia student demonstrators show support as others chain themselves to the gates of St. Paul’s Chapel at Columbia University to denounce the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil in New York City, US, April 2, 2025.

Despite Macron's efforts, France's influence on the Middle East counts for little - opinion

French presidents have aspired to be power brokers in the Middle East ever since France assumed its colonial role there after World War I.

SAUDI CROWN PRINCE Mohammed bin Salman meets with French President Emmanuel Macron in Riyadh, last year. Ever resilient, Macron is about to have another try, says the writer.