The Daily The Question of Palestinian Statehood
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Oct 3, 2025 Mark Landler, the London bureau chief for The New York Times and expert on U.S.-Middle East diplomacy, joins the conversation. He discusses the rising international pressure on Israel for Palestinian recognition amidst the war in Gaza. Featured is Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian ambassador to the U.N., who reflects on his lifelong pursuit of statehood and the profound impact of historical events like the Nakba. Landler also explores why U.S. support remains critical and analyzes the challenges of establishing a viable Palestinian state despite recent global shifts.
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A Lifetime At The U.N.
- Riyad Mansour has served as the Palestinian ambassador to the U.N. for about 20 years and is a familiar figure in its halls.
- Jessica Cheung follows him at the U.N. as he prepares for a major recognition moment.
From Ramallah To Youngstown
- Mansour described growing up as a child of a Palestinian refugee and eventually coming to the U.S. to study in Ohio.
- He recalled organizing buses to see Yasser Arafat speak at the U.N., which was his first entry into the institution.
Images Changed Global Sentiment
- Images of suffering in Gaza shifted global sympathy toward Palestinians and increased calls for change.
- Mansour says this created momentum to stop the war and push for a two-state solution.