ISRAELI/PALESTINIAN CONFLICT AND TWO STATES SOLUTION:

MYTH OR REALITY

Abstract

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict remains one of the most protracted
and deeply rooted disputes in modern international relations.
Central to peace negotiations for decades has been the proposal of
a two-state solution, envisioning independent and sovereign states
of Israel and Palestine coexisting side by side. However, despite
numerous diplomatic efforts, including the Oslo Accords, Camp
David Summit, and various UN resolutions, the implementation of
this vision has proven elusive. This paper critically examines the
historical evolution of the two-state proposal, evaluates the
political, territorial, and ideological obstacles that continue to
hinder its realization, and analyzes current developments on the
ground that suggest a shift away from the viability of such a model.
By exploring the perspectives of key stakeholders and the
geopolitical dynamics at play, this study questions whether the
two-state solution remains a practical framework for peace or has
become a symbolic myth used to maintain diplomatic engagement
without meaningful progress. The paper concludes by assessing
alternative approaches and highlighting the need for renewed
international commitment toward a just and lasting resolution.