How Israel’s West Bank security realities are reshaping the two-state debate
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In 2025, the IDF conducted numerous counterterrorism operations in the West Bank, significantly reducing Palestinian terrorist activity compared to the previous year. The West Bank's security remains a central point of contention, with many Israeli officials advocating for Israeli sovereignty over the territory, which is home to over 500,000 Jewish settlers and millions of Palestinians. Despite past plans for annexation, such as the shelved "Peace to Prosperity" plan, the Knesset has recently approved a declaration calling for the application of Israeli sovereignty in the area. However, this move has faced international rebuke, including from the U.S., which maintains its policy against annexation. The strategic importance of the West Bank's terrain for Israel's national security is also a key consideration in the ongoing debate.
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