France Calls for Peace Talks Based on Two-State Solution
Responding to Netanyahu's election victory, French Foreign Minister Fabius calls for resumption of peace talks.
Responding to Netanyahu's election victory, French Foreign Minister Fabius calls for resumption of peace talks.

The PA officially announced Wednesday night that it was hoping to renew talks with Israel, regardless of who was Prime Minister.

Palestinian Authority reacts to Netanyahu victory, saying it 'expects' the new Israeli gov't 'to recognize the two-state solution.'

Italian Fernando Gentilini named as EU's new special representative to Middle East, charged with getting peace process 'back on track.'

Hamas leader Mousa Abu Marzouk responds to Quartet envoy's question of whether Hamas wants peace.

Joint poll finds summer war has hardened attitudes and skepticism on both sides; most Israelis believe Palestinians want entire country.


Shapiro declares 'there is no one-state solution,' urges peace deal and ignores question on Jonathan Pollard.

PA chief negotiator says that in the upcoming elections, Israelis will choose between being a "peace partner" and an "occupier".

American support for one-state at 34%, rapid jump by 10% from last year, and nearly matching support for two-state solution.

Justice Minister blames terror wave on Jewish presence in Biblical heartland, which she says endangers future of Israel.

In an op-ed in the New York Times Wednesday, Economics Minister Naftali Bennett laid out his vision for the future of Judea and Samaria.

Yuval Diskin announced that he is not entering politics. The reason – his disappointment with the Left.

The push for a two-state solution is a front, the Defense Minister says; the PA won't even use the phrase 'two states for two peoples.'

Communications Minister adds voice to criticism of US Secretary of State's comments blaming Israeli-Palestinian conflict for rise of ISIS.

Defense Minister says political separation between Israel and PA has already happened, calls for demilitarized autonomy for PA.


White House reportedly demanded that Netanyahu declare commitment to the "two-state solution" before meeting Obama.

Deputy Transportation Minister welcomes PM's speech, says it is time to talk about new solutions in the region.

Deputy Minister warns that a “two-state solution” will endanger the security of Israelis and bring rockets to the heart of the country.


Secretary of State says the ceasefire in Gaza should be used to resume broader peace negotiations for a "two-state solution".

Polls reveal interesting attitudes on both sides of conflict; show Palestinians support PA's international moves and threats to go to ICC.

Former Yesha Council head and veteran activist Dani Dayan releases detailed plan as an alternative to 'illusionary' two-state initiatives.

Finance Minister describes Bennett's annexation plan as "delusional", threatens to topple government if it goes through.

UN Secretary-General expresses hope that new PA unity government will lead to progress in peace negotiations.

Yair Lapid says 'you cannot build infrastructure somewhere that won't be part of Israel.'

PA chairman believes he can form a government with Hamas and still hold peace talks with Israel.

In an animated CNN interview, Jewish Home head Naftali Bennett reiterates his calls for a 'new approach', rejects 'two-state solution'.

Appearing on BBC, Bennett argues two-state solution is failed approach, presses Jewish rights to Israel.

"Part and parcel of the secure future for the State of Israel is the two-state solution," says German Chancellor upon arriving in Israel.

Finance Minister Yair Lapid insists in speech to American leaders that peace deal is the key to economic, political, and internal stability.

Analysis: Unprecedented meeting between Israeli students and PA President reveals an awkward aversion to inconvenient truths.

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett says boycotts could harm Israel a little, but giving land away would destroy Israel's economy.

Knesset votes down MK Hilik Bar's bill to prevent annexation of Judea and Samaria. Bar to Bennett: Stop terrorizing the public!

Speaking at Women In Green event, Professor Eugene Kontrovich presents the facts about the one- and two-state solutions.

Economics Minister says a deal with the PA whilst Hamas controls Gaza is like 'discussing the purchase of a car with only half its owners'.

Middle East expert Dr. Mordechai Kedar says the number of Israelis who believe in 'Two-State Solution' could 'fit in two telephone booths'.

Peace Now head ‘proud’ that his group got America to condemn Israel. ‘We’re protecting ‘two state solution.’’

Bayit Yehudi MK tells European Parliament delegation "it is time to break out of paradigms that have demonstrably failed."

Deputy Foreign Minister says Israeli Right must seize back the "diplomatic arena" it abandoned to the Left.


Negotiations head speaks to left-wing lobby. Her support for IDF in the face of ‘terror’ slurs gets weak applause.

Likud MK: Israeli leaders have led the world to see Jewish state as illegitimate.

In NYT op-ed, Likud MK and Deputy Defense Minister says "Two State Solution" is dead, calls for an alternative "Three State Solution."

Jewish Home MK proposes an alternative to the “two-state solution”: annexation with full citizenship.

"I was against a Palestinian state in the past and am still against it today," Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis declares.

Controversial comments made at Jerusalem conference discussing alternative "Two State Solution."

Just 21% of Israelis think the PA will create a new Arab state. Most see “status quo” as the most realistic scenario.

Bennett continues with brief Facebook replies to political critics.

The rate of growth in the Biblical heartland is larger than in the rest of Israel. Peace Now is despondent.

MK brings PA representatives to Knesset for a meeting in support of the ‘two-state solution.’

Likud MK says Israel is losing its own legitimacy by acknowledging “Palestinian” rights to the Jews' land



A former terrorist prisoner and senior terrorist’s brother will both address Knesset.

MK Yogev: Peres’ continuing promotion of his two-state idea is hurting the nation.

Bayit Yehudi MK says 2 state solution is “an obsession on the verge of lunacy.”

Dayan says American leaders realize ‘two-state solution’ is a bust. MK: even Kerry knows there won’t be a PA state.

Former US Pres. Bill Clinton admitted Wednesday at the 5th Presidential Conference there are no perfect solutions to the Israel-PA conflict.
