Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he did not accept the idea of creating a Palestinian state, as envisioned in US President Donald Trump's peace plan, during talks held at the White House.
The editorial office reports that Netanyahu's statement was made during discussions regarding Trump's peace initiative. The Prime Minister emphasized that Israel's position remains unchanged, and a political solution is not possible without demilitarization and security being ensured in Gaza.
Meanwhile, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich described the plan presented by Trump as a "resounding diplomatic failure." According to him, this proposal creates a basis for the recognition of a Palestinian state and contradicts Israel's long-term strategic interests. The minister's statement indicated a fragmentation of positions within the government domestically.