Israeli Politician Yosef Haddad Rejects Two-State Solution, Citing Palestinian Violence

Yosef Haddad, the second-highest-ranking official in the "Am Israel" party, has publicly stated that he no longer supports the establishment of a Palestinian state. Haddad, who previously expressed support for a two-state solution in Arabic-language interviews, explained that the events of "Guardian of the Walls" in May 2021 caused him to change his mind. He cited the "union of Palestinians with Arabs from within" who "ignited mixed cities" as a key factor in his shift in perspective.

Haddad had previously stated in an interview with Al-Arabiya that "the final solution is the State of Israel alongside the State of Palestine, this must happen and cannot be denied, God willing." He had also argued that the integration of Arab Israelis into senior government institutions would pave the way for peace with Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. He believed that when Arab Israelis were "proud of their Arabness and their Israeliness" and integral to decision-making, progress toward peace would be possible.

In a recent statement on X, Haddad clarified his current stance, asserting, "A Palestinian state will not be established." He emphasized that the "Am Israel" party's principles explicitly state, "A Palestinian state will not be established on the lands of the Land of Israel," and vowed to work towards returning lands to Israel. He also stated that he is actively combating the Palestinian identity and narrative, noting that he has been threatened by Palestinians who view him as a collaborator and traitor.

Haddad further accused those attempting to portray him as a supporter of Palestinians of engaging in "spin and lies," highlighting his efforts to expose what he calls Palestinian falsehoods to the world and assert Israeli claims to the land. He believes that the events of October 7th further solidified his understanding of the true nature of Palestinians.