Washington, D.C. – (WDNews) The United States will not participate in this week’s UN-hosted two-state solution conference in New York City, calling the event “unproductive,” “ill-timed,” and harmful to current diplomatic efforts.
“This is a publicity stunt that comes in the middle of delicate diplomatic efforts to end the conflict,” a statement from the administration read. “Far from promoting peace, the conference will prolong the war, embolden Hamas, and reward its obstruction.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio reinforced the administration’s stance, saying the event is “a slap in the face to the victims of October 7th and a reward for terrorism.”
The U.S. will instead continue focusing on direct diplomatic efforts to end the fighting and secure lasting peace.
Officials also criticized French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent announcement to recognize a Palestinian state, saying it was “welcomed by Hamas” and only encourages continued violence and resistance to a ceasefire.
“Our focus remains on serious diplomacy,” the statement read, “not stage-managed conferences designed to manufacture the appearance of relevance.”
