A UN conference urging a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine saw a boycott by Israel and the US. France and Saudi Arabia hosted the event, with France announcing plans to recognize Palestinian statehood in September, potentially followed by Luxembourg and others. The conference aims to counter the erosion of the two-state solution due to the Gaza war, Israeli settlements, and annexation plans. While international consensus favors a two-state solution, disagreements persist on implementation, particularly regarding Gaza's post-war future and Israel's financial obligations to the Palestinian Authority. The US criticized the conference as unproductive and ill-timed, while Israel's ambassador called it an illusion.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.