Israel opposes “unilateral” imposition of Palestinian state: Netanyahu

During a cabinet meeting in Jerusalem on Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared and formalized his cabinet’s rejection of the international community’s “attempt to unilaterally impose on Israel a Palestinian state.” In his “declaratory decision,” Netanyahu said he is “sure it will be widely accepted,” adding that any such agreement needs to be reached through direct negotiations. The formal statement, according to his office, reflects that, “Israel rejects outright international dictates regarding a permanent accord with the Palestinians.” The statement comes 19 weeks into the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian Hamas militants, which began Oct. 7, after Hamas launched an unprecedented attack in southern Israel, killing more than 1,200 people and taking roughly 240 hostages. Since then, Israel has continued on its attacks on Gaza in a vow to “destroy Hamas.” As of Sunday, nearly 29,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Middle Eastern region. For more info, please go to Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: Like Global News on Facebook HERE: Follow Global News on Twitter HERE: Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: #GlobalNews #IsraelHamasConflict #Netanyahu