| ID | 086668 |
| Title Proper | Rise and demise of the two-state paradigm |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Inbar, Efraim |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The conventional wisdom recommends the establishment of a Palestinian state to bring about an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict (the two-state paradigm). This article first reviews the confluence of domestic and international factors that led to the resurgence of the two-state paradigm. Next, it concludes that a peaceful outcome in accordance with this paradigm is unlikely to emerge in the near future: the two national movements, the Palestinian and the Zionist, are not close to a historic compromise, and the Palestinians are not able to build a state. Finally, the article analyzes the policy options available to policymakers. State-building is unlikely to succeed. Similarly, a binational state, where Arabs and Jews live peacefully together is not within reach. A regional approach that advocates a greater role for Arab states in Palestinian affairs has better chances of stabilizing the situation than the previous options. Finally, in the absence of a solution, the most realistic policy appears to be conflict management. |
| `In' analytical Note | Orbis Vol. 53, No.2; Spring 2009: p265-283 |
| Journal Source | Orbis Vol. 53, No.2; Spring 2009: p265-283 |
| Key Words | Israeli-Palestinian Conflict ; Arab- Israeli Conflict ; Two State Paradigm |