The European Union acknowledges the result of today’s momentous vote at the UN General Assembly concerning Palestinian application for membership of the United Nations where a majority of States voted in favour.

Palestine has received unequivocal support to have its permanent observer status augmented with additional rights and privileges.

The EU recalls its longstanding commitment to a just and comprehensive resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, based on the two-state solution, with the State of Israel and an independent, democratic, contiguous, sovereign, and viable State of Palestine, living side by side in peace and security and mutual recognition, and with Jerusalem serving as the future capital of both states. The EU will continue its strong support to Palestinian state building, and strengthening Palestinian institutions and their capacity in preparation for future statehood.

It is vital to restore a political horizon towards a two-state solution. The EU stands ready to work with Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and regional and international parties toward this goal.