Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed that his government will continue opposing the creation of a Palestinian state, stating that neither domestic criticism nor international pressure will alter Israel’s long-standing position.
According to international media reports, concerns were raised by several hardline Israeli ministers after the United Nations Security Council prepared to vote on a resolution supporting U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest Gaza initiative. The proposal, backed by both the United States and a group of Muslim countries, has triggered sharp debate within Israel’s political establishment.
Netanyahu Reassures Right-Wing Ministers
During a cabinet session, Prime Minister Netanyahu sought to reassure right-wing members of his coalition, repeating that Israel will never accept the establishment of a Palestinian state. He emphasized that the government’s position, rooted in decades of policy, remains unchanged.
Netanyahu reportedly told his ministers that “external and internal pressure will not move us even an inch”, stressing that Israel would continue to block any diplomatic effort aimed at creating Palestinian sovereignty.
Security Concerns and the Issue of Hamas
The Israeli Prime Minister also reiterated his stance on Hamas, insisting that the group must be completely disarmed, no matter how difficult the process may be. Israeli leadership has long argued that any political arrangement involving Gaza must begin with neutralizing Hamas’s military capabilities.
This insistence comes amid a tense atmosphere following reports that Hamas has turned over the bodies of several Israeli hostages as part of a broader ceasefire and negotiation framework.
UN Security Council Vote Expected Today
The Security Council is scheduled to vote today on the resolution endorsing President Trump’s Gaza plan. The proposal seeks to establish a framework for reconstruction, security arrangements, and the long-term political administration of Gaza. Its supporters argue that the initiative represents a realistic path to stability after months of conflict.
However, many Israeli politicians, particularly within Netanyahu’s coalition, view the resolution as a step toward international recognition of a Palestinian state — an outcome they fiercely oppose.
Regional and International Implications
Analysts say Netanyahu’s renewed defiance could deepen tensions between Israel and its Western allies, many of whom see the creation of a Palestinian state as essential to lasting peace. The Security Council vote may further expose divisions within the global community over the future of Gaza and the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
