Although a ceasefire is currently in place in Gaza, the widespread violence there has not come to an end.
And with the many issues and solutions being raised to finally put a stop to the conflict between Israel and Palestine, questions remain about what steps are truly necessary.
Just this week, the leader of the Catholic Church spoke and shared his stance.
A two-state solution.
This was the point emphasized by Pope Leo XIV as the answer to resolve the conflict between Israel and Palestine, even before his flight to Lebanon.
According to him, this solution is something the Vatican has long advocated.
“The Holy See has publicly supported the two-state solution for several years,” Pope Leo said.
This two-state solution would create a solid statehood for Palestine, separate from the state of Israel.
This also means that Palestine has the rights for Gaza and West Bank territory.
However, the Pope acknowledged that Israel still rejects this proposal, but again insisted that this is the only solution to the conflict.
He said: “We all know that at this time Israel still does not accept that solution, but we see it as the only solution.”
On the other hand, he added that the Vatican continues to maintain friendly ties with Israel and is trying to act as a mediating voice between both parties.
“We are also friends with Israel and we are seeking to be a mediating voice between the two parties that might help them close in on a solution with justice for everyone,” the Pope clarified.
It can be recalled that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to oppose Palestinian statehood, even after the United Nations endorsed a US-backed peace resolution reaffirming support for rebuilding Gaza through an international Board of Peace.
On the other hand, the conflict continues to persist.
According to Gaza health authorities, the death toll in Gaza has already reached more than 70,000 since the Israel–Hamas war erupted, including the fragile ceasefire.