By Ted Smith for Tab2Mag
Israel-Palestine Two-State Solution – Explained Simply
For decades, peace has felt impossible. But what could a real two-state solution look like? Here’s the step-by-step idea many Western nations (UK, US, EU) support:
1️⃣ Ceasefire (60 days) – Both sides agree to stop fighting while negotiating permanent peace. Hostage swaps begin: 10 freed, 18 bodies returned, and Palestinian prisoners released.
2️⃣ Hamas Exit & Gaza Rebuild – Hamas fighters step aside or leave via Egypt. Gaza begins a £50B+ reconstruction effort, estimated to take 10–15 years.
3️⃣ Interim Gaza Government – A temporary authority takes control with strict security to prevent chaos. After a year, the Palestinian Authority (or similar group) steps in.
4️⃣ Hostages & Leverage – Remaining hostages may only be freed after Hamas members are granted safe passage. Peace talks move forward.
5️⃣ The Big Negotiation – Global leaders decide how two states coexist, what to do with 700K Israeli settlers, and how much of the West Bank & East Jerusalem form a Palestinian state.
6️⃣ Connecting Gaza & West Bank – A secure road, rail, or even tunnel could link the two areas (they’re only 30 miles apart).
⚠️ The Risk – With Hezbollah, Iran, Yemeni Houthis, and remaining Hamas fighters, peace could collapse at any moment.
Bottom line: A two-state solution is possible… but extremely fragile.
