Israeli-palestinian peace talks

Is the two-state solution still viable? Young Jews say yes, but older generations doubt

As Israel faces political challenges, younger Jews are standing up for a vision of peace, refusing to accept a future of perpetual conflict.

|BySHANIE REICHMAN
Hope for a two-state solution and peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict must be nurtured, writes the director of the Israel Policy Forum's young adults division
Activists from the left-wing organizations Combatants for Peace, All That's Left and the Jordan Valley Coalition in the South Hebron Hills

Despite war and threats, Israeli and Palestinian peace activists stay committed to dialogue

Around 23% said that friends or family members tried to convince them to cease their peace work, and 22% cited military restrictions as a major hindrance.

|ByJOANIE MARGULIES
Within days of the brutal October 7 attack, Itach-Ma’aki, together with the ‘Have You Seen the Horizon Lately?’ organization and local partners, established a joint emergency center in Rahat – Jewish and Arab men and women who worked together, to assist families in need, say the writers.

A shared future starts now: Why 2025 must be the year of change - opinion

A shared society, based on equality, justice, and mutual respect, will lead us out of the crisis toward a future of peace.

|ByHANAN ALSANAH, ELA ALON
Ronald Lauder.

No. 7: Ronald S. Lauder: World Jewish Congress head working for peace

World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder has, with his expansive professional history, worked tirelessly for a path for sustainable peace for Israel.

|BySTEVE LINDE

Biden's commitment to a two-state solution clashes with harsh realities on the ground - editorial

Despite international pressure, including from the Biden administration, to revive the two-state solution, Israeli leaders and a significant portion of the public remain unconvinced.

MAY 20, 2024ByJPOST EDITORIAL
U.S. President Joe Biden boards Air Force One en route to Detroit, Michigan, from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., May 19, 2024.

There is a way out of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict - opinion

The historical pain, the legacy burdens and the traumas here run so very deep that no amount of rocks or weapons can ever fully express it.

APRIL 17, 2023ByNITSAN JOY GORDON
PARTICIPANTS IN a workshop express how they feel through hand contact

Israeli-Palestinian relations are deeply affected - opinion

The status of Israeli Arabs has been improving amid firm and continuous efforts after decades of stagnation.

MARCH 16, 2023ByJAMAL AMIAR
FINANCE MINISTER and Minister in the Defense Ministry Bezalel Smotrich arrives for a cabinet meeting, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu follows him, at the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem, last month.

Why a two-state solution won’t work - opinion

Another problem that the terminology of the two-state solution generates is the expectation that if the Palestinians’ grievances are fully addressed and resolved.

OCTOBER 9, 2022ByDORE GOLD
PRIME MINISTER Yair Lapid addresses the 77th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York City, Sept. 22.

The Middle East earthquake no one noticed - opinion

There are over 150 Palestinian and Israeli NGOs modeling a different status quo, unfortunately not enough Israelis and Palestinians know about them.

APRIL 9, 2022ByMICHAEL M. COHEN
THEN-FOREIGN MINISTER Shlomo Ben-Ami (left) speaks at a joint press briefing with senior Palestinian negotiator Ahmed Korei, after a week of intensive negotiations in Taba, January 2001.

Christian community must take responsibility for promoting reconciliation

Opinion: Six stages for building peace for Israel, the Palestinians and other nations

MARCH 17, 2022ByDANIEL MUNAYER
Palestinian Authority and Israeli flags (illustrative)

Israel needs a Peace Authority, former negotiator tells Knesset

Former Israeli negotiator Gilead Sher proposed an independent authority with a commissioner that would be appointed by the Knesset.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022ByTOVAH LAZAROFF
Israeli security forces detain a Palestinian man during clashes in the East Jerusalem neighbourhood of Sheikh Jarrah, December 17, 2021.

Be prepared to bury the two-state solution, Palestinian FM warns

Riad Malki tells UNSC it was a mistake to wait to take action.

JANUARY 20, 2022ByTOVAH LAZAROFF
Riyad Malki

How the Regional Cooperation Ministry can advance Israeli-Palestinian peacemaking - opinion

With the appointment of Regional Cooperation Minister Meretz Esawi Frej, the ministry has an opportunity to positively influence Israeli-Palestinian relations and contribute to peacemaking efforts.

DECEMBER 25, 2021ByNIMROD GOREN
Regional Cooperation Minister Esawi Frej.

Majority wants return to Israeli-Palestinian peace process - poll

51% would support a potential meeting between Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and PA president Mahmoud Abbas.

DECEMBER 21, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Thousands of Jews and Arabs march in Tel Aviv for peace and coexistence, Saturday, May 22, 2021.

Letters to the Editor September 20, 2021: The West is not the best

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021ByLETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letters