Harris supports ending Israel-Hamas war based on two-state solution
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris (photo: Getty Images)
US presidential candidate from the Democratic Party, Kamala Harris, advocates for resolving the war between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas based on the two-state principle, according to the broadcast of the debates in the US.
"Work around the clock, also understanding that we must chart a course for a two-state solution, and in that solution, there must be security for the Israeli people and Israel and an equal measure for the Palestinians," Harris said, emphasizing that Israel has the right to self-defense.
She also added that she would always support Israel in its defense efforts, including against Iran. However, she stated that the war in Gaza must end.
Two-state principle in the Gaza Strip
Palestine is an independent and partially recognized state. Its independence has been acknowledged by 138 of the 193 UN member states.
Currently, Palestine's territory is divided into the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.
The UN General Assembly voted to establish two states on Palestinian territories - an Arab state and a Jewish state.
On May 28, 2024, Spain, Norway, and Ireland officially recognized the Palestinian state. Soon after, Spain was joined by Ireland and Norway.
