Global Powers Unite for Palestinian State in Landmark 'New York Declaration'

During a pivotal UN conference on Tuesday, international leaders called for Israel to commit to a Palestinian state, demonstrating strong backing for a two-state solution aimed at resolving one of the world's longest-running conflicts.

The newly introduced 'New York Declaration' proposes a phased plan to terminate the decades-long conflict and ongoing bloodshed in Gaza. Its ultimate goal is to establish a peaceful coexistence between an independent, demilitarized Palestine and Israel, alongside Palestine's integration into the broader Middle East region.

The meeting spotlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid allegations of famine and widespread dissatisfaction with Israel's policies. Despite the global consensus, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and close ally the United States rejected the meeting, citing it as an unproductive venture.

(With inputs from agencies.)