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States, bodies decry Knesset res. against establishing Palestine state

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 18 Jul 2024 18:51
5 Min Read

The Knesset's decision rejecting the establishment of a Palestinian state comes shortly before Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu visits Washington.

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Turkey condemned, on Thursday, the Israeli parliament's passing of a resolution rejecting the establishment of a Palestinian state, calling it a clear indication of "Israel's" disregard for international law.

“The acceptance of a resolution in Israeli parliament rejecting the establishment of a Palestinian state is another indication that Israel disregards international law and agreements,” the Foreign Ministry said, describing the action as “null and void.”

The Ministry emphasized that "according to international law, the creation of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, is mandatory."

Additionally, it criticized the provocative actions of Israeli Police Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who, under the protection of Israeli security forces, forcibly stormed the al-Aqsa Mosque on Thursday morning.

“Israel must put an end to such actions that will further increase tensions in the region,” it said.

Egypt and Jordan

Egypt also condemned the resolution passed by the Israeli Knesset, deeming the move "an obvious evasion of international legitimacy resolutions and the terms of reference of the peace process."

Cairo's Foreign Ministry affirmed that "Egypt will continue its tireless efforts to reach a just, permanent, and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue that ensures the establishment of an independent Palestine State."

On its part, the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs similarly underlined that the Knesset's decision constitutes "a new and serious violation of international law and a challenge to the international community."

"Israel's decisions and actions are invalid and do not change the reality of its occupation of Palestinian territories, nor do they alter the continued application of the Fourth Geneva Convention of 1949, relative to the Protection of civilians in times of war in these territories, and other Arab territories occupied by Israel since 1967, including al-Quds," explained Sufyan Qudah, the ministry's spokesperson.

Saudi Arabia also strongly condemned Ben-Gvir's storming of the al-Aqsa Mosque compound and the Knesset's resolution, pointing out that such hostile policies reflect the aggressive patterns that the occupation follows.

Guterres disappointed by the Knesset's vote

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is disappointed by the Knesset's vote against the establishment of a Palestinian state, his spokesman said Thursday.

"You can't vote away the two-state solution so the secretary-general is very disappointed by the decision of the Knesset," said spokesman Stephane Dujarric.

“Our position is a two-state solution,” US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield told reporters in New York when asked about the Knesset's decision.

“That is the only, only future that we see for this region in which Israelis and Palestinians can live side by side in peace. Without that, peace will be nearly impossible to achieve.”

In the same context, France criticized the Knesset vote opposing a Palestinian state, saying that “only the two-state solution can bring a just and lasting peace to both Israelis and Palestinians and guarantee stability in the region.”

The Quai d’Orsay also denounced Ben Gvir’s incursion into al-Aqsa Mosque this morning, describing it as a “violation of the status quo on the mosque esplanade.”

“These irresponsible actions risk further destabilizing the region,” the French statement read.

“France recalls the need to preserve the historic status quo on the Holy Places in Jerusalem and underlines the importance of Jordan’s specific role in this regard,” it added.

Arab Parliament condemns Knesset decision as a blatant violation of intl. law

On its part, the Arab Parliament has also rejected the Israeli Knesset's decision, labeling it as a blatant disregard for international efforts to halt aggression in Gaza.

In a statement, the parliament emphasized that the recognition of a Palestinian state by 149 UN member states reflects strong international support for establishing a sovereign and independent Palestinian state.

Furthermore, it called for suspending Israeli membership in the United Nations and the Inter-Parliamentary Union until "Israel" complies with international legal resolutions and respects Palestinian rights.

It reiterated the importance of international efforts to end genocide, ethnic cleansing, and forced displacement against the people of Gaza and affirmed its support for Palestinians in achieving their rights, including the right to return, self-determination, and the establishment of their sovereign state with al-Quds as its capital.

Dive deeper

After "Israel's" occupation of East al-Quds began in 1967, it made an arrangement that allowed Jews to perform rituals at the courtyard of the al-Buraq Wall. Non-Muslims could visit al-Aqsa during certain hours but were prohibited from performing rituals there.

This remains the official policy of the Israeli occupation government. However, in recent years, Israeli far-right factions have increasingly challenged this status quo. Notably, in 2022, Ben-Gvir often advocated making al-Aqsa exclusively Jewish.

According to the agreement, Jews are permitted to visit but not perform rituals at the mosque. However, in recent years, the increasing number of Israeli settlers, some performing provocative rituals or accompanied by Israeli occupation forces, has heightened longstanding Palestinian concerns that "Israel" intends to occupy the holy site.

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