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Israeli Bill Seeks to Scrap Oslo Accords, Prevent Palestinian State

An Israeli ministerial committee is set to review a bill revoking the Oslo Accords and preventing a Palestinian state. The bill was introduced by Knesset Deputy Speaker Limor Son Har-Melech, who criticized the accords for bringing "terror instead of peace." Meanwhile, the US announced it will facilitate intensive talks between Israel and Lebanon on May 14-15 to advance peace and security. The talks aim to address Hezbollah's presence and restore Lebanese sovereignty.

Key Points: Israeli Bill Seeks to Revoke Oslo Accords

  • Israeli ministerial committee to review bill revoking Oslo Accords
  • Bill introduced by Knesset Deputy Speaker Limor Son Har-Melech
  • Bill aims to prevent Palestinian state establishment
  • US to facilitate Israel-Lebanon talks on May 14-15
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Israeli ministers to review bill seeking to scrap Oslo Accords

Israeli ministers to review bill scrapping Oslo Accords, preventing Palestinian state. Bill by Knesset Deputy Speaker Limor Son Har-Melech.

"We promised to prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state, and now it is time to encourage settlement in Areas A and B and cancel the disastrous Oslo Accords. - Limor Son Har-Melech"

Tel Aviv, May 10

An Israeli ministerial committee is expected to review a bill on Sunday aimed at revoking the Oslo Accords and preventing the establishment of a Palestinian state, according to a report by Anadolu news agency.

Israeli broadcaster Channel 12 reported that the Ministerial Committee for Legislation will discuss the proposal, which seeks to cancel the landmark 1993 agreement signed between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO).

The bill was introduced by Knesset (Parliament of Israel) Deputy Speaker Limor Son Har-Melech, who sharply criticised the Oslo framework. According to Israel's Channel 7, Har-Melech claimed the accords had brought "terror instead of peace" and called for "national correction."

In a post on X, the lawmaker said, "We promised to prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state, and now it is time to encourage settlement in Areas A and B and cancel the disastrous Oslo Accords."

She described the proposed legislation as "a first and necessary step" toward correcting the overall situation.

Under the Oslo framework, Areas A and B in the occupied West Bank fall under varying degrees of administration by the Palestinian Authority.

Officially known as the "Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-Government Arrangements," the Oslo Accords were signed in Washington on September 13, 1993, between Israel and the PLO.

The agreement was signed in the presence of Yasser Arafat, former Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, and under the sponsorship of then-US President Bill Clinton.

Meanwhile, the US Department of State said that the next round of intensive talks between Israel and Lebanon, aimed at advancing a comprehensive peace and security agreement between the two countries as well as addressing the Hezbollah issue, will take place on May 14 and 15, with Washington set to facilitate the discussion.

In a statement issued by State Department spokesperson Thomas "Tommy" Pigott on Friday (local time), the US said the upcoming talks will build on the April 23 round of talks, which was led personally by US President Donald Trump.

"The United States will facilitate two days of intensive talks between the governments of Israel and Lebanon on May 14 and 15," the statement read.

The State Department said both delegations will engage in detailed discussions aimed at addressing core concerns and advancing a framework for lasting peace, security arrangements, border delineation, and humanitarian and reconstruction support for Lebanon.

According to the statement, the objective is to move beyond what it described as "the failed approach of the past two decades", which allowed militant groups, particularly Hezbollah, to strengthen their presence, weaken Lebanese state authority, and threaten Israel's northern border.

The US further said that the talks will focus on restoring Lebanese sovereignty across its territory and creating conditions for long-term stability.

- ANI

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Priya S
This bill is a dangerous move. The Oslo Accords were a historic step, and canceling them is like tearing up the recipe for peace. Israel needs to rethink, or this will only lead to more suffering for both sides. India knows the pain of partition, so I hope the world steps in. 😞
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Sarah B
It's troubling to see the US facilitating talks that ignore the root problem while pushing for normalization. The "failed approach of the past two decades" is a euphemism for avoiding Palestinian rights. A just peace must include a viable Palestinian state, not more settlements and annexation.
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Rohit P
From an Indian perspective, this reminds me of our own border issues. One-sided moves like this never work. The Oslo Accords might have had flaws, but scrapping them without a better plan is like jumping without a parachute. Israel should learn from history—occupation never brings lasting security.
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Jessica F
This is a recipe for disaster. Encouraging settlement in Areas A and B is a direct violation of international law. The US talks about sovereignty for Lebanon but ignores the occupation in Palestine. Double standards, as usual. We need a consistent, rights-based approach from the international community.
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Kavya N
👎 Another day, another blow to peace. The Oslo Accords gave hope to millions, especially in the Global South. India supported it because it was a step toward justice. Cancelling it will only embolden extremists on both sides. I hope saner heads prevail in the Knesset.

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