Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1454 - The Two-State Solution with Jon Allen

Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Jon Allen, a former Canadian ambassador to Israel 2006 to 2010. He discusses the two-state solution as the only viable option for peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Jon expresses hope that with proper leadership and compromise on long-standing issues, a two-state solution could still be achieved. He shares historical examples of seemingly intractable conflicts that were eventually resolved, including the Yom Kippur War, the Irish Troubles, and the end of apartheid in South Africa. He expresses optimism that peace between Israelis and Palestinians is possible, citing the example of post-World War II Europe as a precedent for reconciliation. Jon believed that eventually, the mothers of both Israelis and Palestinians would demand an end to the violence for the sake of their children's future.Jon provides a detailed analysis of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's political strategy and current situation. He describes Netanyahu as an effective but divisive leader who has never supported a two-state solution, and who is now prolonging the Gaza war for political reasons as he faces criminal charges and a commission of inquiry. Jon notes that Netanyahu's recent actions, including firing security officials and promoting conspiracy theories about a "deep state" opposing him, have damaged Israel's international standing.