A high-level U.N. Conference gave “unwavering support” to a two-state solution and called on Israel to commit to a Palestinian state.
Conference gave “unwavering support” to a two-state solution and called on Israel to commit to a Palestinian state.
Will recognize a Palestinian state in September unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza, allows the U.N.
To bring in aid and takes other steps toward long-term peace.
Secretary General Antonio Guterres called Monday for and end to the war in Gaza and the implementation of a two-state solution at a high level conference in New York.
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa is seen on a interpreter monitor as he speaks during a high-level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State solution at United Nations Headquarters, Monday, July 28, 2025.
Canada Foreign Minister Anita Anand addresses the United Nations General Assembly, Monday, July 28, 2025.
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa walks off stage after speaking at a high-level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State solution at United Nations Headquarters, on Monday, July 28, 2025.
Luxembourg Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel addresses the United Nations General Assembly, Monday, July 28, 2025.
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa speaks during a high-level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State solution at United Nations Headquarters, Monday, July 28, 2025.
UNITED NATIONS () — High-level representatives at a U.N.
Conference on Tuesday urged Israel to commit to a Palestinian state and gave “unwavering support” to a two-state solution, signaling widespread international determination to end one of the world’s longest conflicts.
The “New York Declaration” sets out a phased plan to end the nearly eight-decade conflict and the ongoing war in Gaza.
The plan would culminate with an independent, demilitarized Palestine living side by side peacefully with Israel, and their eventual integration into the wider Mideast region.
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