Gantz: Palestinian Recognition Is Not Against Netanyahu, But Against Israel’s Bipartisan Consensus
Blue and White head Benny Gantz warns in a New York Times op-ed that recognizing a Palestinian state at this time risks Israel’s security and rewards the Palestinian Authority’s failures.
In his article, Gantz emphasizes that the move to recognize Palestine is not aimed against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu personally, but rather challenges the bipartisan consensus that has long guided Israel’s approach to the conflict.
Gantz expressed his concerns about the timing and implications of unilateral recognition, urging caution and highlighting the potential security risks that could arise from such a decision.
Head of Blue and White party MK Benny Gantz speaks during a press conference in Tel Aviv on August 23, 2025.
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