EU President Ursula von der Leyen: The Two-State Solution is the Only Realistic Peace Plan

The Two-State Solution as a Compass

• 🧭 The two-state solution is presented as the essential compass to navigate through the current dark times.
• 💔 The October 7th events have initiated a dark chapter, and while the tragedy in Gaza must end with immediate hostage releases, ending the war is insufficient without a pathway to peace.

Undermining the Two-State Solution

• ⚠️ The two-state solution is currently being undermined, which is unacceptable.
• 🎯 The only realistic peace plan is based on two states: a secure Israel and a viable Palestinian state, with Hamas removed.

European Support for Palestine

• 🇪🇺 Europe has been a lifeline for the Palestinian Authority, providing an unprecedented financial package of 1.6 billion euros.
• 🤝 As the survival of the Palestinian Authority is at stake, further support is crucial, leading to the establishment of a Palestine donor group.
• 🌐 A future Palestinian state must be economically viable, achievable with support from Palestinian neighbors and a dedicated European instrument for Gaza's reconstruction.

International Community's Role

• 🕊️ While Israelis and Palestinians must agree on the way forward, the international community can facilitate, rebuild, and most importantly, keep hope alive.