However, amid the chaos of the ongoing Gaza war, and its looming aftermath, lies a key aspect that demands recognition: the long-neglected Palestinian issue has resurfaced and taken a prominent position on the international agenda. The atrocities witnessed in this war will undoubtedly pave the way for potential changes, challenging the current political climate, and prompting serious efforts in search of a viable solution for the Palestinian problem.
It is time for the international community to revitalize these efforts, despite Israel’s unwavering stubbornness. In the aftermath of a significant blow, Israel finds itself mired in political stagnation regarding its conflict with the Palestinians. The once hopeful strategy of waiting for time to pass while steadily encroaching on land meant to be returned to the Palestinians is no longer a viable option.
The extreme views held by the parties within Benjamin Netanyahu’s government will inevitably be ousted from the serious political discourse in Israel. Despite the current climate of anger, and dwindling sense of security within Israeli society, as well as a decline in faith in the army, Israel will eventually be compelled to embark on new, more productive routes toward a political solution.
This shift will undoubtedly take time and will not happen without challenges for Israeli society, as it comes to terms with the notion that lasting stability necessitates a balanced negotiation with the Palestinian side. At the very least, this will require a return to the concept of land for peace and a renewed commitment to the two-state solution. It is clear that both the Israeli and Palestinian sides will be faced with the task of justifying their respective approaches. READ MORE
