UN Conference Seeks Two-State Solution Revival Amid Divided Support

A high-level international conference on the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is set to take place at the United Nations headquarters in New York, co-hosted by Saudi Arabia and France, aiming to revive the peace process and address the prolonged suffering of the Palestinian people. The conference, viewed as a critical initiative amid escalating violence and political challenges, seeks to build momentum for the recognition of a Palestinian state, with France announcing its intention to recognize Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September. Despite broad international participation, the event faces criticism for expected low turnout and limited attendance by key Western foreign ministers, with Israel and the United States notably boycotting the conference. China expressed support for the conference and the two-state solution, emphasizing the need to resolve the Palestinian question and alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The conference will focus on diplomatic recognition of Palestine, normalization of relations between Arab states and Israel contingent on Palestinian progress, and overcoming obstacles posed by ongoing violence and settler activity. The Muslim World League highlighted the conference's importance as a historic opportunity for justice and peace, urging the international community to adopt a principled stance based on international legitimacy.