Blinken Urges Conditional, Time-Bound Palestine Recognition | JQJO

Former US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticized the planned recognition of a Palestinian state by several Western countries in September, arguing it's mistimed given the ongoing Gaza crisis. He believes prioritizing the release of hostages, ending the conflict, and averting famine should take precedence. While acknowledging the need for a Palestinian state eventually, Blinken advocates for a conditional, time-bound approach to recognition, ensuring Palestinian commitment to Israel's security and rejecting terrorism. This contrasts with Israel's condemnation of the planned recognitions as rewarding terror, and the Trump administration's opposition.