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He advocates that perhaps Israel should treat the recognition as a formality and focus on dealing with an entity that has historically refused to acknowledge Israel’s right to exist. Ful suggests that Israel should assert its sovereignty fully, especially given that, under the surface, the conflict is rooted in longstanding claims and rejections of Israel’s legitimacy.
The Media and Public Perception: Fueling Hatred and Misunderstanding
The discussion then turns to how these political decisions influence global media narratives and public sentiment. Ful contends that recognizing Palestine prematurely, coupled with biased reporting, has significantly contributed to increasing anti-Semitism worldwide.