Israel's Ambassador to UN on Palestinian State Threat & Rewarding Terrorism

International Recognition of a Palestinian State

• 🇬🇧 The UK led a wave of countries, including Canada, Australia, and Portugal, in recognizing a Palestinian state, aiming to preserve the possibility of peace and a two-state solution.
• 🇵🇸 This unilateral recognition is expected to be a central issue at the United Nations General Assembly this week.

Israeli Prime Minister's Stance

• 🇮🇱 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts that there will be no Palestinian state west of the Jordan River.
• 🗣️ He stated that recognizing a Palestinian state after the October 7th massacre rewards terrorism and will not happen.
• ⚖️ Netanyahu plans to present Israel's perspective and truth at the UN, emphasizing peace through strength.

Hamas and Palestinian Reactions

• 💥 Hamas claimed responsibility for the recognition, linking it directly to their October 7th invasion and massacre of Israelis.
• 🗺️ Palestinians in Ramallah expressed a desire for a complete Palestinian state from the sea to the river.

Expert Analysis on Statehood

• ❓ Israeli legal expert Eugene Kurovich questions what a state would offer Palestinians beyond existing independence and autonomy, suggesting it would enable weapon acquisition and international jihadist entry.
• ⚠️ He warns that establishing a Palestinian state could lead to a scenario far worse than October 7th, with advanced weaponry and global support for jihad.

Ambassador's Response to Recognition

• 🚫 Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Danny Denon, called the recognition "shameful" and a reward for terrorism, deeming the declarations "meaningless" and detached from reality.
• 🤝 He criticized countries for condemning Israel instead of supporting it as the force fighting evil, emphasizing the need to defeat Hamas rather than leaving them intact.

Countering Momentum at the UN

• 🎤 Ambassador Denon intends to present facts and truth to UN colleagues, highlighting the ongoing hostage crisis and Hamas's control in Gaza.
• 🗳️ He suggested some leaders might be motivated by domestic politics, like President Macron, and that actions against Israel do not support Palestinians or Israelis.
• 🤝 The ambassador reiterated that progress comes through direct negotiations, not UN mandates.

Potential Annexation and Sovereignty

• 📜 Israel is considering extending sovereignty over biblical Judea and Samaria (West Bank) to prevent a Palestinian state.
• 🏛️ A government decision on applying sovereignty will be discussed, with other measures to counter one-sided attacks also being considered.
• 🤝 Discussions will occur with the Trump administration, as many understand these biblical lands belong to the Jewish people.

Accusations of Genocide

• 🤥 Ambassador Denon vehemently denied accusations of genocide in Gaza, calling them a "blood libel" and a lie spread at the UN.
• 🛡️ He argued that Israel's actions, taking two years to minimize civilian casualties, demonstrate responsibility and a lack of genocidal intent, contrasting with Hamas's use of civilians as shields.