ABC News Daily Will recognising Palestine achieve anything?
Aug 5, 2025
Guy Ziv, an associate professor at American University’s School of International Service, dives into the complexities of recognizing Palestinian statehood amid the Gaza crisis. He discusses the potential impacts of countries like France, Canada, and the UK announcing their intentions to recognize a Palestinian state. Ziv also highlights the rising domestic opposition in Israel, the implications of a potential full occupation of Gaza, and the historical challenges to achieving a two-state solution in the region.
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Netanyahu's Political Survival Drive
- Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to occupy Gaza stems more from political survival than national security.
- Heavy military pressure on Hamas hasn't achieved its goals and has drawn criticism within Israel and internationally.
Growing Palestinian State Recognition
- Over three quarters of UN member states already recognize Palestine as a state.
- Recent moves by Western allies signal a diplomatic shift isolating Israel globally, edging it toward pariah status.
Fragmented Statehood Challenges
- Palestinian political divisions and Israeli settlements complicate the conditions for a viable Palestinian state.
- Neither Israeli nor Palestinian leadership are currently negotiating with a vision for a Palestinian state.