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Former Top U.S. Diplomat Says 'Talk Can Wait' on Palestinian Statehood

PALESTINE, AUG 12 – Blinken says recognizing a Palestinian state now could hinder hostage recovery and conflict resolution, urging focus on ending Gaza violence and famine, amid regional diplomatic efforts.

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In an opinion piece published in the Wall Street Journal, Antony Blinken addressed the recent decision by several Western countries to immediately recognize a Palestinian state. He wrote that 'averting famine, recovering the hostages and ending the conflict in Gaza are the priorities'

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Antony Blinken, Secretary of State under US President Biden, argued that the recent decision by some Western countries to recognize the state of Palestine was "too swift."

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Ynet News broke the news in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
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