Berlin Reaffirms Commitment to Two-State Framework
Germany has announced it will support a United Nations resolution promoting a two-state solution to the Israeli-genocide but stopped short of recognising Palestinian statehood. A German government spokesperson told Reuters on Thursday that while Berlin backs international legal recognition of the two-state framework, “the time has not yet come” for Germany to formally recognise a Palestinian state.
“Germany will support such a resolution which simply describes the status quo in international law,” the spokesperson said. “The Chancellor reiterated two days ago that Germany consistently advocates for a two-state solution but does not currently see conditions conducive for full recognition.”
The two-state solution envisions the establishment of an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel, based on pre-1967 borders, with the West Bank and Gaza connected via a corridor through Israeli territory.
Growing Divide Between U.S. and European Allies
Germany’s position comes as other Western nations—including the UK, France, Canada, Australia, and Belgium—signal willingness to support Palestinian statehood at the upcoming UN General Assembly session. However, some like the UK have suggested their final stance may depend on Israeli actions to ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and show commitment to a long-term peace process.
The United States, however, remains firmly opposed. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that any recognition of Palestinian independence at this time would “create more problems,” urging allies to refrain from unilateral decisions.
Critics of symbolic recognition point out that many countries, including China, India, Russia, and numerous Arab nations, have recognised Palestine for decades, yet their influence on the ground remains limited.
Germany’s cautious stance reflects a desire to uphold international law while navigating a widening diplomatic rift among Western allies over the path to peace in the Middle East.
