Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the threat of Hamas
Religious Zionism Knesset member Simcha Rothman believes a Palestinian state would lead to Israel's destruction and calls the idea 'plain stupidity.' He emphasizes the need to defeat Hamas for global security.
Key Points
- Hamas is a global terror threat and must be defeated.
- A Palestinian state would reward terrorism and endanger Israel's existence.
- The Biden administration's push for a two-state solution is criticized as detrimental.
- Israeli public opinion largely rejects the idea of a Palestinian state.
Pros
- Defeating Hamas is crucial for Israel's security and global security.
- Rejecting a Palestinian state prevents potential harm to Israel's existence.
Cons
- Pressuring Israel to accept a Palestinian state is criticized as 'plain stupidity.'
- The two-state solution has been largely unsuccessful and met with violence.