Jeffrey Sachs Advocates U.S. Support for Middle East Peace Through Recognition of Palestinian Statehood

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:19:00 +0200

In this article, Jeffrey Sachs argues that lasting peace in the Middle East requires the United States to stop its unconditional support for Israel’s military actions and to encourage Israel to respect internationally recognized borders as of June 4, 1967. Sachs outlines that Israel's broader strategy, led by Netanyahu, aims at regional domination through constant military intervention and opposition to Palestinian sovereignty. He highlights that recent wars, including conflicts with Iran, Libya, Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq, are connected to Israel’s goal of 'Greater Israel' and are often supported by American political and economic interests. The article emphasizes that the two-week ceasefire with Iran, based on Iran’s 10-point plan, presents an opportunity for comprehensive peace if the U.S. acknowledges the legitimacy of a Palestinian state. Sachs criticizes the Israeli government for undermining the ceasefire, including attacks on Beirut, and calls Israel the primary aggressor destabi