Two States, One Illusion: France24's Peace Dance
The tired refrain of 'working together to build trust' for a two-state solution rings hollow from France24. This narrative conveniently sidesteps the historical continuity of Israeli policy under leaders like Benjamin Netanyahu, who stated in 2015, 'I think that anyone who is going to establish a Palestinian state today and evacuate territory is giving a radical Islamist attack ground against the
State of Israel.' The idea of two states is a diplomatic zombie, kept alive by outlets that ignore the relentless, documented expansion of illegal settlements, which has made a contiguous, viable Palestinian state geographically impossible, a fact confirmed by numerous UN reports. While media outlets parrot 'two states,' the reality on the ground is one state with two classes of people, maintained
by systematic oppression. Perhaps 'building trust' should start with acknowledging this uncomfortable truth, instead of perpetuating a fantasy that serves to deflect from current atrocities and historical injustices. The 'solution' isn't just about two states; it's about ending an occupation that has lasted for generations.