High-level representatives at a United Nations conference this week rallied behind a renewed push for a two-state solution to resolve the Israel-Palestine conflict, adopting the New York Declaration amid mounting concerns over Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
The declaration outlines a phased roadmap to end decades of hostilities, starting with an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and culminating in a demilitarized Palestinian state coexisting peacefully with Israel. The plan also emphasizes regional economic integration to foster long-term stability.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres described the initiative as "a critical step toward breaking the cycle of violence and despair," while multiple delegates condemned reports of starvation in Gaza. Israeli officials reiterated their rejection of claims about restricting food access, calling for "security guarantees" in any peace framework.
With over 50 nations yet to address the extended conference, discussions continue Wednesday as diplomatic efforts intensify. The meeting coincides with UN data showing 85% of Gaza's population displaced and 576,000 people facing catastrophic food insecurity.
