Netanyahu Reaffirms Opposition to Palestinian Statehood During Talks with Kushner

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently met with U.S. adviser Jared Kushner to discuss ongoing efforts regarding the conflict in Gaza. During the meeting, a senior Israeli official reported that Netanyahu emphasized his firm opposition to the establishment of a Palestinian state, describing his stance as "100% firm." This position aligns with previous statements made by the Prime Minister, who has argued that the current war has significantly hardened Israeli public opinion against a two-state solution.

Diplomatic efforts to reach a framework for Gaza remain stalled, primarily due to disagreements over Hamas disarmament, the withdrawal of Israeli troops, and the future governance of the territory. While Kushner has suggested that progress on demilitarization and the removal of weapons could potentially begin within 30 to 90 days, he noted that such steps are contingent upon cooperation from all involved parties. Israel continues to insist that Hamas must be fully disarmed before any major reconstruction or troop withdrawal can proceed.