Prepared and Analyzed by BETH

On the International Day of Peace

On the International Day of Peace, we are reminded that peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but the presence of justice, cooperation, and truth. As the Kingdom renews its pledge on its National Day, peace remains the value that completes its identity and elevates its standing.

Peace as a National and Global Value

Peace, as a national and global value, nourishes Saudi identity and strengthens the Kingdom’s role in international forums.

Internal peace and stability guarantee the flourishing of national progress when social security prevails.

External peace is reflected in Saudi Arabia’s role as a mediator and a key player in regional and global conflicts.

The next step: moving from rhetoric to action through field initiatives, education, cultural diplomacy, and the promotion of human rights.

International Recognition of Palestine: A Step Toward Justice

On Sunday, September 21, 2025, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia officially recognized the State of Palestine—an important diplomatic move that comes amid rising global outrage over the war in Gaza and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
This recognition represents tangible support for a two-state solution and underscores that the status quo does not lead to a just peace.

 Israeli Reactions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the move as a “reward for terrorism,” reiterating his refusal to allow the establishment of a Palestinian state west of the Jordan River.

Other Israeli officials, including Israel’s UN ambassador Danny Danon, criticized the recognition as “ignoring reality,” stressing that defeating Hamas and securing the release of hostages are prerequisites for any political steps.

Israeli opposition figures argued that such recognitions highlight Israel’s growing diplomatic weakness, blaming the current government for its failure to manage the security and political crisis.

 BETH Analysis

Timing and Significance

The recognition of Palestine by major Western powers came just ahead of the UN General Assembly, giving it significant political weight and sending a direct message to Israel.

Internal pressures in Western countries—media, public opinion, and human rights groups—are increasingly forcing governments to take concrete steps rather than relying on statements alone.

Expected Impacts

Israel: Likely to face wider diplomatic isolation if more states follow with recognition.

Palestine: Gains a powerful moral and political boost, offering the Palestinian Authority new leverage in negotiations and international forums.

International Community: A real test of commitment to the two-state solution.

Challenges and Risks

Risk that recognition remains symbolic without practical translation (borders, security arrangements, political agreements).

Possible Israeli countermeasures: escalation, annexation, or pressure on recognizing states.

Continued Palestinian division may undermine the impact of these recognitions.

Symbolic Conclusion

Peace is not a choice that can be postponed—it is the pledge that renews hope and builds the future. From the National Day in Riyadh to the International Day of Peace, and from Saudi Arabia to Palestine, the message remains clear: peace is not a distant dream… but a responsibility built through will and action.