Israeli politicians deem public support for two‑state solution “daft”

As Israel heads to a national election on Tuesday, 27 October, politicians say openly backing a two‑state solution would be politically disastrous.

Sky News Middle East correspondent Adam Parsons told The Pat Kenny Show that there is “no great appetite in Israeli society for the establishment of a Palestinian state” and that any politician who publicly endorsed it would “be daft” and risk losing a large portion of their vote.

Parsons noted that only two parties in the contest focus on Arab Israelis or Palestinian citizens of Israel and would be more receptive to a long‑term two‑state objective, but overall support remains minimal.

Regarding the election outcome, Parsons said an outright winner is unlikely and a coalition will be required. He cited polls showing Gadi Eisenkot as the likely largest party with about 24 seats out of 120, while Benjamin Netanyahu is projected to secure around 20 seats.

The fragmented results could lead to a minority Eisenkot government, a confidence‑vote arrangement with Arab parties, or potentially another election next year if coalition talks fail.

Source: Newstalk. Photo: Abdallah Agbaria / Pexels.