Palestine independence movement

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Re: Palestine independence movement

Summary

The current Palestinian political situation is very complicated. People sometimes feel they cannot obtain their rights through the existing polity framework and therefore, attempt to separate from it. People live in an occupied country, and the state power does not intend to extend full citizenship rights to them, or comply with constitutional principles[1]. People normally support the enforcement of constitutional compliance, but independence remains the only solution. These types of situations can be referred to as freedom movements. Recently, the authority president in Palestine forwarded a formal request to the United Nations authorities requesting admission of the Palestine state as a full member.

Background

The Palestinian National Authority, formerly referred to as Palestine Liberation Organization, is seeking to become an independent state that will include most or all of their occupied territory and some prefer Israel to be included as well[2]. On the other hand, Israelites prefer keeping the land as part of their state. The issue in this situation is that Palestinians have already settled in this land. Israelis cannot find effective ways to get Palestinians out of their land and are reluctant to extend full citizenship priorities because Jews will become a minority in the state. Discussions on the amount of land to be granted to the Palestine state have borne no fruit, and whether an agreement will be reached remains an open issue[3]. This poses potential conflict between the two and perhaps war in the regions of Middle East.

Palestine officials have in this regard requested the United Nations authorities to recognize Palestine as an independent state. The United Nations Security Council was given a fortnight period to assess the situation and make a decision of Palestine’s bid for full membership. The officials made their request on strict demands for full membership with no lesser position such as non-member observer state; an option that most likely would have been given by the general assembly, where the main support of the Palestine lies. The Unites Nations lack the authority to recognize states: other nations hold this authority to acknowledge statehood bilaterally. However, if the United Nations was to acknowledge Palestine as a state, it leaves a possibility of claiming membership from international organizations such as the World Health Organization, UN’s refugee agency, and the authoritative states such as the United States. Status recognition from these organizations implies that Palestine has a higher chance of raising illegal occupation and human right violation charges against Israel[4].

The massive demonstrations in a number of cities are a reflection of the widespread, popular enthusiasm put towards this initiative. Unions mobilized for these demonstrations while schools and government offices closed early to allow students and employees to attend them. Both state run news agencies and television call upon the public to attend the mass and mosques as well were asked to join the campaign. Ruling Hamas in the Gaza strip had to do with police crackdown on those watching the public address with this region popular for its view against the bid[5]. In addition, the United States President and Israel have a common view with their opposition on the bid. Barrack Obama opposed the Palestine initiative in perhaps the most pro-Israel speech delivered by a United States president.

Intervention is needed from the United States White House management. Matters relating to national independence are fragile and require inherent support from established sources and the United States is one in this scenario. For example, the previous Sudan national state in Africa split into two national states recently; namely and North and South Sudan. Neighboring Kenyan state had a crucial role to play in that process, and the new South Sudan state assumed an almost similar national flag pattern to Kenya as a sign of gratitude and effort recognition. Therefore, a state like the United States should feel obligated to intervene in this matter and support Palestine in its course to be recognized as a national state.

The application for state recognition by Palestine serves as prominence to the 1947 partition resolution 181[6]. This resolution recommends the partition of Palestine without warranting consent from indigenous authorities. This partition is a form of negation on Palestinian rights on anticipation of decolonization progressing to self-determination. The full application also mentions resolution 194 that provides the return right for refugees. The document as well includes various concepts including two state solutions, statehood, and self-determination. It accords emphasis on the “Quartet” statement currently held by Tony Blair[7]. Palestine officials maintained that they intended to move beyond the peace process. They aim to internationalize the conflict between Palestine and Israel after more than two decades of two state talks failing to arrive to a solution[8].

Only a well-recognized and resourceful state such as the United States can lay the foundation for addressing the disregarded rights of the Palestine. A United States initiative presented by good motive efforts and informed leadership in supporting the Palestine for their self-determination collective right would be received with support from the Palestine state. The United Nations bid by Palestine should be regarded as a part of the continued framework struggle. The mobilizations and debates are the statehood initiatives are more significant and profound than the bid itself. The main issues highlighted, I mainly urge you to consider the option supporting human rights related to the Palestine Israel issue. This application is valid since resolution 181 of the 1947 partition recommends the partition of Palestine from Israel. Furthermore, potential warfare in the Middle East rests on this situation.

Key Issues

The Palestinian National Authority is seeking to become an independent state that will include most or all of their Israel occupied territory.
Discussions between the two states on a unanimous solution have lasted more than two decades and have amounted to nothing. Whether an agreement will be reached, remains an open issue.
Palestine officials feel they cannot obtain their rights through the existing complicated framework and therefore, opt to separate from Israel. Palestine officials maintained aim to internationalize the conflict between Palestine and Israel and organizations such as the International Criminal Court and the United States can therefore, intervene in this matter.
Furthermore, resolution 181 of the 1947 partition recommends the partition of Palestine from Israel.
Palestine officials made a request to the United Nations for full membership with no lesser position such as non-member observer state.
There is therefore need for intervention from the United States White House management.
Matters relating to national independence are fragile and require inherent support from established sources and the United States is one such authority.
The application for state recognition by Palestine is valid, has sufficient reason in its support, and therefore, warrants backing efforts from resourceful nations such as the United State. This support can only be provided if a relevant position in the government reconsiders this situation. Yours is one such position madam permanent secretary.

[1] Kriesberg, L. and Drayton, B. (2012). Constructive Conflicts: From Escalation to Resolution. (4th Edition). Lanham: Rowman & Littlefield. ISBN 13: 978-1-4422-0684-7 ISBN 10: 1-4422-0684-5

[2] Salmon, J. J. A. (2011). Declaration of the State of Palestine. Palestine Yearbook of International Law. , 5, 48-82.

[3] Salmon, J. J. A. (2011). Declaration of the State of Palestine. Palestine Yearbook of International Law. , 5, 48-82.

[4] KIMCHE, J., & Institute for the Study of 12/12a Golden Square 17 Northumberland Avenue London W1R 3AF. (2009). CAN ISRAEL CONTAIN THE PALESTINE REVOLUTION? Conflict Studies, 13, 13.)

[5] Lowrance, S. (2011). Identity, Grievances, and Political Action: Recent Evidence from the Palestinian Community in Israel. International Political Science Review, 27, 2, 167-190.

[6] Freudenschuss, H. (2012). Legal and Political Aspects of the Recognition of National Liberation Movements. Millennium – Journal of International Studies, 11, 2, 115-129.

[7] Frisch, H., & Hofnung, M. (2010). Power or Justice? Rule and Law in the Palestinian Authority. Journal of Peace Research, 44, 3, 331-348.

[8] Salmon, J. J. A. (2011). Declaration of the State of Palestine. Palestine Yearbook of International Law. , 5, 48-82.