Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar delivered a firm message during a press conference on Tuesday, declaring that Israel “will not be the Czechoslovakia of the 21st century” as he pushed back against international calls for the immediate creation of a Palestinian state.
His comments come as global leaders gather in New York to discuss the prospects of a two-state solution amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Saar emphasized that, under current conditions, any Palestinian state would effectively become a “Hamas state” and a “jihadist state,” posing a serious threat to Israel’s security. Citing the historical breakup of Czechoslovakia in 1993, Saar warned against any geopolitical moves that could weaken Israel or impose a one-sided resolution.
“There will be no Palestinian state established at this time,” he stated unequivocally, dismissing proposals being floated at the New York conference.
According to Saar, outside pressure from the international community is undermining efforts to reach a ceasefire and a potential hostage agreement with Hamas. He claimed that these efforts have only served to “harden Hamas’s positions” during negotiations, making compromise more difficult.
Saar also highlighted ongoing humanitarian efforts, noting that 5,000 aid trucks have entered the Gaza Strip over the past two months. He added that countries such as Jordan and the United Arab Emirates have joined Israel in conducting humanitarian airdrops, part of a broader effort to ease civilian suffering amid the conflict.
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When asked about whether Israel plans to annex parts of Gaza, the foreign minister declined to elaborate, calling such matters “internal discussions” that are not yet ready for public debate.
Saar’s statements reflect the increasingly strained dynamics between Israel and the international community, particularly as calls for a renewed peace process intensify. As the situation in Gaza continues to unfold, Israel’s leadership appears determined to hold firm against what it sees as premature or dangerous diplomatic pressures.
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