Akunis warns Palestinian state would lead to another October 7
Speaking to American influencers in Peduel, Israel’s Consul General in New York Ofir Akunis calls Judea and Samaria Israel’s 'protective shield.'
Assessment
Israel's Consul General in New York is making a direct security argument against Palestinian statehood, tying it to the October 7 attack. The framing of Judea and Samaria as a protective shield signals a hardening of official messaging to American audiences. Watch whether this language appears in diplomatic channels or remains confined to influencer outreach.