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Government approves Estonia's accession to the New York Declaration in support of a peaceful resolution of the Palestinian question

Republic of Estonia - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

11.09.2025 | 12:38

Today, on 11 September, the Government of the Republic of Estonia decided to support Estonia's accession to the New York Declaration, which aims to promote peaceful solutions to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and to support the implementation of the two-state solution. The declaration was the outcome of a high-level United Nations conference on the same topic held in July.

According to Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, the action plan set out in the declaration, based on the proposals of the conference's working groups, represents an important step towards a lasting and peaceful resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. "Sustainable peace in the Middle East requires meaningful dialogue and a change in behaviour from both parties," the minister noted. He stressed that attacks on civilians must cease immediately. Humanitarian corridors must be kept open, all hostages must be released, and the principles of international law must be respected. "Estonia has consistently supported the implementation of the two-state solution and we are ready to contribute to its realisation," Tsahkna added.

In addition to the peace-oriented action plan, the declaration also supports the deployment of an international stabilisation mission to Gaza, at the invitation of the Palestinian Authority, under United Nations auspices and in accordance with UN principles. The mission's mandate would be granted by the UN Security Council.

To date, Estonia has provided humanitarian assistance to alleviate the crisis in Gaza through various international humanitarian organisations, and continues to support the Palestinian Authority in carrying out institutional reforms. Estonia also supports Palestine refugees in the Middle East through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).