Palestinian statehood

Netanyahu rejects 'mystifying' French 'peace plan'

French proposal to hold talks - and then recognize 'Palestinian state' even if talks fail - makes absolutely no sense, PM says.

The Pope Forfeits Spiritual And Moral Authority on "Palestine"

French-Israeli Relationship Hits Snag over Palestinian Issue

Strategic talks between Israel and France deteriorated as Israeli anger grew over planned UN resolution on Palestinian statehood.

Vatican Preparing to Recognize PA as 'Palestine'

Foreign Ministry warns that the Vatican's step will not bring peace, may change Israel-Vatican relations.

ICC Threatens Israel to Provide Information for Probe

ICC prosecutor says if Israel does not hand over information on Gaza op, she will be forced to open full-scale 'war crimes' investigation.

PA Chief Negotiator Skeptical About Peace

Saeb Erekat expresses skepticism about peace prospects with Israel, following Netanyahu's comments against a Palestinian state.

Miliband: I'll Recognize Palestine When 'Time is Right'

British Labor leader says decision to recognize 'Palestine' dependent on how it would constructively 'help negotiations' with Israel.

France to Submit UN Resolution on Israel-PA Talks in 12 Days

Officials say France is preparing a draft UN Security Council resolution on Palestinian statehood to be submitted in 12 days.

Putin: Russia Ready to Help 'Palestine' Become Reality

In address to Arab League on Saturday, Russian President Vladimir Putin stressed his country's plan to help Palestinians achieve statehood.

UN Chief Links Palestinian State and Israeli Democracy

UN chief says Israel should negotiate for a Palestinian state, claims this is the "only way for Israel to remain a democratic state".

State Dept. Brushes Off Netanyahu Comment on Palestinian State

"Many things are said before elections" is State Department's response to Netanyahu's comments about a Palestinian state.

Netanyahu: There Will Be No Palestinian State on My Watch

In series of pre-election interviews, PM Binyamin Netantahu stresses that if re-elected no Palestinian state will be established.

Beyond "Correct" Political Analysis

Egypt: We'll Stabilize a Palestinian State

Sisi states that he is prepared to send Egyptian troops to help stabilize a future Palestinian state - but only with Israeli, PA permission.

Swedish Ambassador: 'Palestine' Recognition Not Anti-Israel

Sweden's Ambassador talks recognition of Palestinian state: 'not anti-Israel, rather attempt to strengthen moderate forces in the region.'

Irish Senate Calls for Recognition of 'Palestine'

Ireland's upper house of parliament passes a motion calling on the government to recognize “the state of Palestine”.

PA Kids' Show: Israel is 'Occupied Palestine'

Official PA children's program host says several Israeli cities are 'Palestinian lands' - including Haifa, Yafo, and Akko.

Majority of Israelis Oppose Palestinian State, Dividing J'lem

New survey reveals: 74.3% oppose Palestinian state within '67 borders, 76.2% oppose dividing J'lem, 74.9% oppose Jordan Valley withdrawal.

Ya'alon: The Palestinians Will Have Autonomy - Not a State

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

UK's 'Palestine' Vote: 'Hasbara' Failure or Hollow Victory?

Britain's leading pro-Israel group tells Arutz Sheva Israeli gov't urged them not to lobby MPs - smart move or PR blunder?

British MPs 'Afraid of Conflict' Abstained from UK Vote

Did fear of confrontation lead to the UK recognition of 'Palestine'? One source says yes - and fears for London's future.

Israel: UK Palestine Vote Undermines Peace Prospects

Jewish state says premature international recognition sends a troubling message to the Palestinian leadership.

British Parliament Votes to Recognize 'Palestine'

British lawmakers vote overwhelmingly in favor of a non-binding motion recognizing the "state of Palestine".

MK: Tibi a 'Puppet' for Mahmoud Abbas

MK Alex Miller slams Arab MK's push for 'Palestine' in the UK, adds that begging for money is 'one thing Abbas does well.'

Britain to Vote on Recognition of 'Palestine'

British lawmakers to hold a symbolic parliamentary vote on whether the government should recognize “Palestine” as a state.

US Slams Abbas Over 'War Crimes' Accusations Against Israel

Abbas accuses Israel of 'genocide' at the UN General Assembly - prompting a sharp rebuke from Washington.

Erdan Praises 'Innovative' Offer for Palestinian State

Alleged proposal by Egyptian President Sisi for Palestinian state in the Sinai desert has strategic importance, Minister says.

Erekat to Present US with 'Timetable' for Judea-Samaria Pullout

Reports from Palestinian sources claim PA to approach Kerry with schedule for withdrawal to 1949 Armistice lines.

Minister Claims PA 'Uninterested' in Palestinian State

Uri Orbach calls out Ramallah for playing the victim in talks, calls Israel 'an island of realism in an ocean of obsessives.'

Shamir: Palestinian State? Forget It

Agriculture Minister says there is no room for a Palestinian state in the region, says he's willing to fight to keep Jerusalem united.

The "Palestinian Nation" Fallacy

Report: PA to Demand Divided Jerusalem in Paris Talks

PA official claims that Abbas to demand divided Jerusalem, 'refugee' compensation, terrorist releases in Paris talks. But is it true?

Erekat: There Will be No 'Settlers' in 'Palestine'

As expected, PA reacts with outrage to idea that Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria would be allowed to remain in a Palestinian state.

Meretz MK: Fire Bennett for Comments on Palestinian State

MK Nitzan Horowitz slams Minister Naftali Bennett for saying that a Palestinian state would crush the Israeli economy.

Palestinian State 'Would Crush the Israeli Economy'

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

Mahmoud Abbas: I Refuse to Allow 'Israelis' into 'Palestine'

Palestinian Authority Chairman makes racist remarks against Israelis, lumps Israeli Arabs together with Jews, according to PLO official.

Bibi Boots Elkin from Plane for Embarrassing Him

Prime Minister tells deputy foreign minister to fly El Al to New York, after Elkin embarrasses him with old quote against PA state.

Feiglin: Obama’s Speech is Israel’s Fault

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

Akunis: A Palestinian State? No Way

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

Palestinian State in Jordan 'Inevitable'

Jordanian-Palestinian dissident claims Israeli, Palestinian demands not necessarily mutually exclusive.

Landau: A Palestinian State is Not Feasible

The Palestinian Authority, not Israel, should make concessions for peace negotiations, says Tourism Minister Uzi Landau.

Lapid: Bennett is Wrong on Palestinian State

Finance Minister Yair Lapid says he disagrees with Economy Minister Naftali Bennett about the idea of a Palestinian state.

Erekat: Israel Declared the Death of the 'Two-State Solution'

PLO chief negotiator slams Israeli officials for statements against the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Netanyahu: Bennett's Comments Are His Own Opinion

Netanyahu distances himself from Bennett's comments on Palestinian state, says he favors "a negotiated settlement".

Bennett: Palestinian State? Get Over It

Minister says: “The attempt to establish a Palestinian state within our land has ended.”

ZOA Head Klein: Talk with PA will Fail

Morton A. Klein, President of the Zionist Organization of America, says Jewish groups are wrong to say 'settlements' are the problem.

Abbas Wants Netanyahu to Present a Map of 'Palestine'

New precondition: PA Chairman demands that Netanyahu present a map for a future Palestinian state before peace talks can resume.

Gov't Must Deal With Dangers:

Rabbinical Congress for Peace: Stop the Power Struggles

Rabbinical Council for Peace tells parties to receive Obama with a declaration that no Palestinian state will ever be on Israeli land.

Arutz Sheva Op-ed on Hagel Picked Up By Breitbart

Breitbart reports on op-ed which exposed that Hagel called for U.S. troops to patrol the future borders between Israel and 'Palestine'.