By Aaron Miller-
Following its decision to formally recognise the state of Palestine, the UK is set to push for a comprehensive peace plan at the UN General Assembly. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will lead the diplomatic effort.
Her agenda includes holding bilateral meetings to advance the initiative. The UK peace plan UN summit strategy aims to strengthen the “international consensus” on a pathway to peace in the Middle East.
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According to the Foreign Office, the plan includes essential security measures to ensure that Hamas has no future role in the governance of Gaza. This diplomatic push comes at a time of heightened tensions.
A wide picture of the United Nations General Assembly. Reuters
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly condemned the UK’s recognition of Palestine. He labelled the move “absurd” and a “huge reward to terrorism,” vowing that a Palestinian state “will not happen.”
His statements highlight a significant divergence in opinion between key international players regarding the path to peace. An Israeli official has also indicated that the “full or partial annexation of the West Bank” is an option now under consideration in response to the UK’s action.
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Benjamin Netanyahu speaking from behind a podium on stage. EPA
The UK Peace Plan UN Summit Strategy
The UK peace plan UN summit is a critical component of a broader effort to revitalise the two-state solution. The UK’s new policy reflects a belief that without recognising both states, the long-term prospect of peace is in jeopardy. This shift has placed the UK at odds with Israel’s current government. For a broader perspective on diplomatic efforts in the region, you can read our article on International Diplomacy in the Middle East here.
The landmark announcement by Keir Starmer on Sunday was designed to achieve a two State solution between the Israeli’s and Palestinians. ending decades of war and acrimony that has ended in bloodshed.
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