SENATE RESOLUTION: Middle East Peace and Two State Solution (Passed)

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

SENATE RESOLUTION

To re-affirm the Republic of Atlasia's support for peace in the Middle East and encouragement of the two-state solution regarding Israel and Palestine

Be it Resolved in both houses of the Atlasian Congress Assembled,

Section 1. Purpose
a. Israel has been an indispensable force as a Democratic nation throughout its history
b. Relations between Israel and the Republic of Atlasia provides significant mutual benefit to bring peace in the Middle East and strengthens the bond between both countries

Section 2.

a. Upon adoption of this resolution, the Republic of Atlasia shall endorse to re-engage Israel and Palestine in negotiations in order to work toward a two-state solution
b. Annexation of the West Bank jeopardize prospects for such a solution, harm Israel's relations with its neighbors, and heighten hostilities in the region
c. A two-state solution is best to preserve Israel's Jewish and democratic nature in its current form while legitimizing the concerns of the state of Palestine and the sufferings that their people experience
d. Palestine's right to self-determination is assured which will create durable and lasting peace

Sponsor: Spark 498
Senate Designation: SR28:15

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

The initial debate period shall commence with the 24 hours for the sponsor advocacy followed by 48 hours for other members to respond.

[Spark]

Thank you.

Peace is in the Mid-East cannot be attained without productive dialogue between both parties. This resolution is to ensure that that dialogue can happen and diplomacy will begin.

[Blair]

Whats the status of Israel/Palestine in our timeline (I know I should know!)

I thought that then SOS Potus2036 had sorted out a peace agreement but I believe that was for Russia-Crimea.

Other than that my first thought upon seeing this bills title was to say that there needs to be language in their about the West Bank annexation (assuming it hasn't been butterflied out) so I'm glad to see that is in there.

[Sirius_]

Whats the status of Israel/Palestine in our timeline (I know I should know!)

I thought that then SOS Potus2036 had sorted out a peace agreement but I believe that was for Russia-Crimea.

Other than that my first thought upon seeing this bills title was to say that there needs to be language in their about the West Bank annexation (assuming it hasn't been butterflied out) so I'm glad to see that is in there.

Netanyahu was convicted of corruption and Likud defeated in the subsequent election, so the annexations are probably on hold for now.

[Former President tack50]

This will probably harm our relations with Israel slightly, but Atlasia should definitely come publicly in favour of a two state solution.

[Left Wing]

I mostly agree with the comments made so far. I do think we as a nation should publicly support a two state solution and further peace talks, I think we can mostly agree it's not perfect but it's the option that will likely lead to the least amount of violence.

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

So final vote?

[Spark]

So final vote?

Yes, I motion for a final vote.

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

A final vote is now open on this legislation, Senators please vote Aye, Nay or Abstain.

[Spark]

AYE

[Former President tack50]

Aye

[Blair]

aye

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

AYE

[Left Wing]

Aye

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

No point in calling 24 hours, it has less than that left.

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

Vote on Final Passage of the Middle East Peace and Two State Solution Resolution:

Aye (5): Blair, Falterin, NC Yankee, Spark and Tack50
Nay (0):
Abstain (0):

Didn't Vote (1): Devout Centrist

This bill has passed the Senate and is presented to the VP for House action as a potential joint resolution.

[Southern Senator North Carolina Yankee]

SENATE RESOLUTION

To re-affirm the Republic of Atlasia's support for peace in the Middle East and encouragement of the two-state solution regarding Israel and Palestine

Be it Resolved in both houses of the Atlasian Congress Assembled,

Section 1. Purpose
a. Israel has been an indispensable force as a Democratic nation throughout its history
b. Relations between Israel and the Republic of Atlasia provides significant mutual benefit to bring peace in the Middle East and strengthens the bond between both countries

Section 2.

a. Upon adoption of this resolution, the Republic of Atlasia shall endorse to re-engage Israel and Palestine in negotiations in order to work toward a two-state solution
b. Annexation of the West Bank jeopardize prospects for such a solution, harm Israel's relations with its neighbors, and heighten hostilities in the region
c. A two-state solution is best to preserve Israel's Jewish and democratic nature in its current form while legitimizing the concerns of the state of Palestine and the sufferings that their people experience
d. Palestine's right to self-determination is assured which will create durable and lasting peace

People's Regional Senate
Passed 5-0 in the Atlasian Senate Assembled,