Time for Israel to recognize Palestine, end occupation

Some 15,000 people rallied in Tel Aviv on Saturday in support of the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Haartez reported Sunday.

A message from Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas was read during the demonstration at Rabin Square.

"There isn't a voice stronger than the voice of just and inclusive peace, just like there isn't a voice stronger than the right of people for self-determination and freedom from the burden of occupation," the message said.

"The time has come to live, you and us, in peace, harmony, security and stability. The only way to end the conflict and the fight against terror in the region and the entire world is a solution of two states based on the 1967 borders, Palestine alongside Israel," he said. 

"We've accepted the decisions of the UN, recognized Israel and accepted the two-state solution, and the world has recognized the state of Palestine. Now the time has come for the State of Israel to recognize our state and end the occupation," he added. 

"The opportunity still exists, and it cannot be missed when our hand is extended in peace that is created between those who are brave."

Source: MENA