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Rival Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas meet in China

Beijing hosted talks between rival Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas for reconciliation.

China supports Palestinian factions in achieving reconciliation and solidarity through dialogue. [ more ]

Truthout

Biden Claims to Support a Two-State Solution. His Policies Say Otherwise.

The U.S. claim to support a two-state solution is contradicted by its actions, which prioritize Israel over recognizing Palestine. [ more ]

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France politics

Macron says recognizing a Palestinian state is not a taboo for France

France considers recognizing a Palestinian state not a 'taboo', aiming to address Palestinian aspirations and support a two-state solution amid escalating violence in the region. [ more ]

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Rishi Sunak doesn't agree' with Israeli ambassador's rejection of two-state solution

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak disagrees with the Israeli ambassador's rejection of a two-state solution with Palestine.

The UK remains committed to a two-state solution despite the ambassador's remarks. [ more ]

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The Nation

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Can We Build a Shared Homeland for Israelis And Palestinians?

A Land for All organization strives for a long-term political solution for Palestinians and Israeli Jews. [ more ]

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EU's top diplomat pushes Israel on two-state solution and calls for an independent' Palestinian state

EU foreign ministers met to discuss a comprehensive peace plan for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict proposed by Josep Borrell.

The plan calls for a preparatory peace conference with international participation and emphasizes the need for a two-state solution. [ more ]

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Israel's Netanyahu doubles down on opposition to Palestinian statehood

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects Palestinian sovereignty over Gaza and the occupied territory, opposing President Biden's push for a two-state solution.

Netanyahu insists on full Israeli security control over the Palestinian territories to ensure that Gaza does not pose a threat to Israel. [ more ]

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David Cameron urges Hamas to agree to 40-day Gaza ceasefire deal

David Cameron urges Hamas for 40-day ceasefire in Gaza, release of hostages, and exit of Hamas military leadership for a two-state solution. [ more ]

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Israel-Hamas war: France, Jordan, Egypt call for cease-fire DW 04/09/2024

Leaders emphasizing two-state solution for Israel-Palestine conflict.

Hamas reviewing new truce proposal amidst conflict with Israel.

Turkey imposing trade restrictions on Israel over Gaza war. [ more ]

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World news

Middle East conflict live updates: Hamas says it is studying cease-fire proposal after negotiators leave Cairo

Hamas studying latest cease-fire proposal despite criticisms

International calls for two-state solution and humanitarian aid in Gaza. [ more ]

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Ireland and Spain reiterate plan to form alliance to recognise state of Palestine

Ireland and Spain plan to lead an alliance to recognize Palestine as a nation state, advocating for a two-state solution. [ more ]

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Many Israelis Want Netanyahu Out. But There Is No Simple Path to Do It.

Prime Minister Netanyahu's position is precarious and he may be forced to resign after the war with Hamas in Gaza.

Netanyahu's unpopularity, corruption charges, and defiance of President Biden are contributing factors to his potential departure from office. [ more ]

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Friday Briefing

A clear line between war and peace in Gaza is implausible, with Israeli forces expected to remain in the territory for a long time.

A sustainable settlement in Gaza would require a regional deal involving countries like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, and Qatar led by the US. [ more ]

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David Cameron tells Israel to deal with the bottlenecks'

David Cameron urges Israel to allow aid into Gaza

Cameron emphasizes the need for a two-state solution [ more ]

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France news

Live: UN chief warns Israel's rejection of two-state solution threatens global peace

UN chief warns Israel about rejection of two-state solution

21 soldiers killed in Gaza Strip attack during Israel-Hamas war [ more ]

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EU foreign policy chief vows to push for two-state solution in Middle East

EU foreign policy chief is determined to pursue a two-state solution in the Middle East.

Discussions are centered around the consequences of Hamas's attack on Israel and Israel's retaliatory offensive in Gaza. [ more ]

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Monday Briefing

President Biden's Middle East coordinator is traveling to Cairo for talks aimed at securing the release of hostages held by Hamas.

Hamas's desire for a permanent cease-fire complicates efforts to arrange a new hostage release. [ more ]

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Coalition of European countries consider recognizing Palestinian State on May 21

Spain and other EU countries are considering recognizing the Palestinian State on May 21 to avoid it becoming a subject of electoral debate. [ more ]

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College Democrats Back Protests and Criticize Biden's Israel Policy

The College Democrats of America endorse pro-Palestinian protests and call for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza. [ more ]

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College Democrats of America Back Protests and Criticize Biden's Israel Policy

The College Democrats of America endorsed pro-Palestinian campus protests and called for President Biden's support for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza. [ more ]

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Jeffery Sachs on why UN should vote for Palestinian statehood

The UN Security Council is set to vote on Palestinian membership, reigniting calls for Palestinian statehood and a two-state solution. [ more ]

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Blinken meets with Arab officials, calls for enduring end' to Gaza crisis

Blinken emphasizes truce in Gaza and two-state solution

US cautions against forced displacement of Palestinians [ more ]

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UN, UK push Israel on role of two-state solution to ending Gaza war

The United Nations and the United Kingdom are advocating for a two-state solution in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called Israel's rejection of a two-state solution unacceptable. [ more ]

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Germany news

Steinmeier calls for reviving ties with Turkey DW 04/24/2024

Germany and Turkey emphasized the importance of their relationship and discussed the Gaza war crisis during President Steinmeier's visit to Turkey. [ more ]

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A Win For Donald Trump Is a Win For Netanyahu': First US Jewish Lawmaker To Call For Ceasefire Warns Against Trump Victory in November

Rep. Becca Ballint plans to vote against aid to Israel to send a message to Netanyahu's government. [ more ]

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Joe Biden delivers State of the Union address at critical moment in the election cycle

Biden announced new aid mission to Gaza without troops on the ground

He emphasized the need for humanitarian assistance and a two-state solution in Gaza [ more ]

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Biden Pressures Israel, Promises Gaza Aid Pier in State of the Union Speech

President Biden emphasizes two-state solution for Gaza crisis

Biden calls for increased humanitarian assistance to Gaza Strip [ more ]

Intelligencer

Biden Should Follow Bernie Sanders on Conditions for Israel

Debate in the US over Israel-Hamas War focuses on accepting a cease-fire without meeting Israel's goals

Biden administration's solidarity with Israel frays due to Netanyahu's rejection of US demand for Palestinian authority in Gaza [ more ]

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Biden and Irish Leader Use St. Patrick's Day Visit to Address Gaza

President Biden acknowledges international concern over Palestinians' humanitarian situation amid Israel's military action in Gaza.

Irish Prime Minister emphasizes the need for humanitarian aid in Gaza, supports a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians. [ more ]

Independent.ie

Leo Varadkar says European Council unlikely to agree to calling for ceasefire in Gaza

The Taoiseach expects strong language condemning Israeli settler violence in the West Bank.

He believes that Israel can track down terrorists without engaging in war and destruction. [ more ]

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France news

Live: Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Rafah, Paris to host Gaza ceasefire talks

Israel launched deadly air strikes on Rafah in response to Hamas militants

UN agency for Palestinian refugees facing challenges due to the war in Gaza [ more ]

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UK politics

The Commons needed to focus on the horror in Gaza. Instead this was a grubby game of political chess | Polly Toynbee

Debates in parliament were dishonest and exploitative.

Two-state solution needs united diplomacy and muscle. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Tory backlash after Cameron calls for Palestinian state to end Gaza conflict

David Cameron suggests UK could bring forward recognition of Palestinian state, sparking backlash from Tory MPs

Cameron believes recognizing Palestinian statehood could help make the two-state solution irreversible [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Grant Shapps condemns disappointing' Netanyahu rejection of Palestinian state

UK government remains committed to a two-state solution despite Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection

Grant Shapps criticizes Netanyahu's comments and asserts support for Palestinian statehood [ more ]

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US politics

Biden Presses Netanyahu on Working Toward a Palestinian State

President Biden presses Prime Minister Netanyahu on creating a Palestinian state after the war in Gaza and proposes limiting Palestinian sovereignty for Israel's security.

Biden expresses optimism for finding consensus but acknowledges Netanyahu's popular opposition to a two-state solution. [ more ]

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