UN Secretary General Spokesperson Greenfield made statements about the attacks in Gaza and the plans for the aftermath at a press conference held at the UN. Answering questions from reporters, Greenfield stated that the focus should be on the humanitarian situation and emphasized that there is time for further processes.
Greenfield stressed the importance of a two-state solution for peace between Israel and Palestine, and said that in addition to a two-state solution, the Israeli and Palestinian peoples must be able to live together.
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Greenfield avoided making direct comments on the motion passed by the Israeli parliament “opposing the establishment of a Palestinian state”, but stated that the UN’s stance is in favor of a two-state solution. |
The proposal the claim that a Palestinian state would pose a threat to Israel and its citizens. It was stated that this situation could pose a significant obstacle to the establishment of peace. |