Moshe Redman Challenges Opponents of Palestinian State to Propose Alternatives

Moshe Redman criticized Israeli ministers, Knesset members, and candidates who oppose the establishment of a Palestinian state without offering any alternative vision. Speaking on Sunday, Redman said that since the previous evening, many politicians have rushed to media studios to declare their opposition to a Palestinian state, but none have explained what they support instead. He emphasized that the key question is not only whether a Palestinian state will be established, but what alternative solution opponents propose given that five million Palestinians live in the West Bank and Gaza.

Redman warned that Israel faces unprecedented international isolation, which he expects to worsen, citing shifts in U.S. presidential candidates' positions, Western media, and the American congressional elections. He condemned the approach of "managing the conflict" and the notion that "Hamas is an asset," which he said led to Israel's worst disaster in its history. Redman challenged opponents to clarify their vision, questioning if they simply want to continue the same policies under a different guise.

As a practical example, Redman raised the issue of construction plans in the E1 area between Maale Adumim and Jerusalem, which he said would disrupt the territorial continuity of a future Palestinian state. He asked candidates to state their position clearly, revealing his own opposition to the plan and calling its advancement a disaster for Israel.

Finally, Redman outlined his preferred alternative: a comprehensive regional arrangement that would secure Israel's safety and establish an agreement with the Palestinians, alongside combating terrorism and violence from both Palestinians and Israelis and ending support for illegal outposts and farms.