Israeli-Palestinian Peace Symposium Webinar: GI explains why peace is possible
January 11, 2022
GI’s Deputy Director explained how we are working to overcome obstacles in Israeli society preventing progress towards a negotiated settlement.
JPost: Israel needs a diplomatic horizon to preserve the Zionist vision
January 7, 2022
A recent survey by GI indicates that most Israelis favor diplomatic negotiations with the Palestinian leadership
DC committed to two-state solution, US National Security Advisor tells Israeli officials and Abbas
December 22, 2021
Stressed “the importance of actions to build trust, enhance stability and security, and foster a more hopeful vision for the future.”
JPost: Majority of Israelis Want Return to Israeli-Palestinian Peace Process
December 21, 2021
51% of Israelis support a meeting between Prime Minister Bennett and President Abbas
October PCPSR Poll: Significant increase in support for the Two-State Solution among Palestinians
October 27, 2021
Support for the two-state solution increased from to 46% up from 36% the month before.
Participant in our Young Leaders Program writes: What can you do today to end the occupation?
October 29, 2021
What can you do for peace today? Meet someone from the other side, engage with them, listen to their experiences, their daily struggles, their history, narratives, concerns, hopes and dreams for the future.
Joint Article: Making Peace Possible, Against All Obstacles
October 19, 2021
I know that at the end of this meeting we did not solve the conflict, but together we felt the viability of reaching a solution.
Trends in Israeli Public Opinion: Voting Left, Thinking Right (Liberal Magazine)
October 11, 2021
Polls reveal that the Israeli public overwhelmingly supports policies that lead to the establishment of two states, and backs territorial compromises.
Watch: Women Leaders Breaking Barriers
October 18, 2021
“There are two peoples here, you cannot change that. We know the conflict needs to end. We need to work towards a goal. I joined this group to bring about peace.”
US National Security Adviser Sullivan stresses Biden’s support for two-state solution in Sisi meeting
September 30, 2021
Sisi’s office said that the Egyptian president said the two-state resolution could “have a huge impact on changing the situation on the ground in the entire Middle East.”
Jordan’s Abdullah: Israel, Palestinians Will Achieve ‘Genuine Security
September 22, 2021
“A solution that leads to the establishment of an independent, sovereign, and viable Palestinian state on the basis of the June 1967 lines, with E. Jerusalem as its capital, living side-by-side with Israel in peace and security.”
Press Release: China reaffirms commitment to two-state solution, supports expanded role for the Geneva Initiative
July 15, 2021
“China supports the Geneva Initiative in playing a greater role and stands ready to provide assistance and engage in cooperation.”
Webinar: Is the Two-State Solution still relevant?
June 17, 2021
The Geneva Initiative serves as proof that a solution to the conflict is possible.
Dr. Shaul Arieli on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: Hot Button Issues
June 23, 2021
What are the on-the ground obstacles to a two-state solution and how can they be overcome? Watch this virtual tour by GI expert Dr. Shaul Arieli.
Washington Post: A Palestinian Writer and an Israeli Writer Exchange Emails — and Seek Common Ground
June 3, 2021
If a peace agreement styled on the Geneva Accord would be set forth by Israel that would respond to all points brought forth by the Palestinians — an agreement that former PA officials already ceremonially signed with Israelis — would this be accepted by Palestinians today?
JPost: A check-in with the Palestinian peace camp – joint article by GI staff
June 12, 2021
The Palestinian peace camp exists. It is composed of idealists and pragmatists of all ages and backgrounds living in the West Bank, Jerusalem, and yes, Gaza too.
Young Israeli and Palestinian viewpoints: three perspectives on the recent violence
June 13, 2021
Young Israelis and Palestinians offer three different angles on the violent outbreak in May, and the need to address the conflict even after the situation has ostensibly “calmed”
JT: Palestinian state is in Israel’s best interests
May 28, 2021
The Geneva Initiative’s Director of Foreign Relations, Jess Manville was interviewed by the Jewish Telegraph.
NYT: There Is a Solution to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Tzipi Livni
May 27, 2021
With Mr Biden’s inauguration in January, the vision of a two-state solution supported by the United States has made a comeback.
ABC News: Biden committed to two-state solution between Israel and Palestinians, Blinken says
May 23, 2021
“President Biden’s been very clear that he remains committed to a two-state solution.”
Haaretz: To End the Chaos in Israel, Gaza and the West Bank, Establish a Palestinian State
May 22, 2021
Any way you look at it, the solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the same: two states for two peoples.
Webinar: Answering the Arguments Against the Two-State Solution
April 30, 2021
In an SIV webinar, GI Israeli Director Gadi Baltiansky addresses the most common claims, myths, and arguments that come from both the “pro-Israel” and “pro-Palestinian” camps.
Haaretz: ‘Israel’s left didn’t shrink’ – GI Opinion Poll 2021
March 16, 2021
The Geneva Initiative estimated that 12 seats’ worth of voters who support two states are currently backing rightist parties.
Jerusalem Post: Amid Arab Normalization, Israel Should Make Peace with Palestinians by GI’s Jess Manville
January 27, 2021
“The greatest achievement of any Israeli government will be forging a peace agreement with the Palestinians.”
2021: The Two-State Solution is Back
January 20, 2021
Geneva Initiative video: The Two-State Solution is Back
IPF Podcast Interview with the GI’s Director: Gadi Baltiansky
December 17, 2020
“Because I have been involved with this issue for so many years…I know the unbearable ease of reaching an agreement.”
Times of Israel Blog: The Price Tag of Peace with Morocco by GI’s Tehila Wenger
December 17, 2020
“Anyone who wishes to see a secure, flourishing, and peaceful Israel will be excited about the prospect of peace with another Arab country. That said, context matters.”
Haaretz: GI’s Director quoted on New Biden Administration
November 24, 2020
“Blinken and Sullivan are no Kushner and Greenblatt. They don’t have to learn the issue, they already know them very well.”
Jerusalem Post: 49% of Israelis want Biden to Relaunch Israeli-Palestinian Talks (Nov GI Opinion Poll)
November 23, 2020
“Israelis want to see a Biden initiative to renew negotiations, an internal Palestinian reconciliation process, and the two-state solution. It’s time for the government to work toward realizing the will of the people.”
Jerusalem Post: Yossi Beilin, co-chair of GI, quoted on the death of Erekeat
November 10, 2020
“For him, the change will come too late.”
Russian Two-State Media Campaign
October 25, 2020
Series of video clips featuring Middle East expert Ksenia Svetlova who explains the consequences of annexation, significance of UAE deal and more.
Joint GI article: UAE-Israel agreement leaves the Palestinians behind
August 29, 2020
In the midst of steps towards formalizing a diplomatic agreement between Israel and the UAE, one of the most important actors is missing from the peace agenda.
It is time for the Arab League to act against annexation by Yonatan Touval
July 9, 2020
A constructive path forward should include a high-level Arab delegation to Israel with a view of relaunching a process based on the Arab Peace Initiative.
Annexation is not exchange of territory by Prof. Galia Golan
July 13, 2020
Unilateral moves of any kind are dangerous, regardless of the size or location. Peace can only be achieved through land swaps and a negotiated political agreement.
Al-Monitor article references GI Anti-Annexation Campaign
July 1, 2020
The article says our efforts injected new life into the debate on the two-state solution and restored the issue to the agenda after years of public indifference.
Minister Michael Biton: “Sovereignty is part of a diplomatic process… just like in the Geneva Initiative”
July 1, 2020
Minister Michael Biton publicly endorsed the Geneva Initiative and referred to it as part of the mainstream between the two extremes of Israeli society.
The Two-State Coalition stands together for peace, against annexation
June 26, 2020
Stop the annexation. Don’t give up on peace.
Tzipi Livni: Annexation would be a historic mistake
June 22, 2020
Former minister Tzipi Livni explains why annexation of any part of the West Bank would lead to devastating consequences for Israeli interests.
22 Palestinian and Israeli orgs call upon the international community to oppose annexation
April 14, 2020
We strongly caution against any moves towards unilateral annexation of parts of the West Bank, including in the Jordan Valley and E1 area.
Could COVID-19 pave the way to a Common Humanity? by Prof. Gilad Hirschberger
March 31, 2020
The notion that “the enemy of my enemy is my friend” has never resonated more strongly when the two parties of one of the most protracted conflicts in history face a common threat.
Let Marie Kondo Tidy Up by Daniella London-Dekel
March 1, 2020
Here’s a checkpoint, here’s a mine, here’s megalomania, here’s a holy place, here’s a ticking bomb, here’s short-sightedness, here perhaps, but not for long, is a possible solution. Not simple, but possible.
The Trump plan’s legacy is the failure of the Right, by Tehila Wenger
February 17, 2020
The Trump Plan offers 30% of the West Bank to Israel. Why do annexation attempts continue to fail?
There Is Hope, by Talia Levin
January 20, 2020
All of the fears that affected me before the visit to Ramallah dissipated after a short time in the quiet city.
Geneva Initiative Poll Findings: Israelis Prefer Two-State Solution
December 17, 2019
“The public is more realistic than some of its leaders and understands that the lack of a political process with no genuine efforts to resolve the conflict prove detrimental to Israel,” GI’s Director-General, Gadi Baltiansky commented.
Bennett, the Battle for Judea and Samaria has been Decided, by Shaul Arieli
December 17, 2019
“Despite 52 years of Israeli occupation and the tens of billions of shekels invested, as well as an unbroken 10 years of a nationalist-messianic government headed by Netanyahu, a renewed Kingdom of Judea never really got off the ground.”
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