In a major diplomatic development, the United States has officially announced it will not participate in a United Nations summit later this month that is centered on the long-debated two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

During a press briefing on Thursday, State Department Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott confirmed the decision, signaling a clear step away from international efforts that aim to establish a dual-state resolution in the region.

This move echoes the Trump administration’s prior stance. Back in June, Washington actively discouraged other nations from attending a similar UN conference. That message appears to remain consistent.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the matter earlier this week. While uncertain whether President Trump will deliver any message to those attending the summit, Leavitt emphasized the president’s broader position on the ongoing violence in the Middle East.

“The president doesn’t like to see the bloodshed,” Leavitt stated. “He wants the killing to stop, a ceasefire to be negotiated, and hostages in Gaza to be released. That has been one of his top priorities.”

Meanwhile, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Huckabee, echoed skepticism about the administration’s support for a two-state solution. Speaking in January, Huckabee said he’d be “very surprised” if President Trump came out in favor of such a proposal.

As the international community prepares for the upcoming summit, Washington’s absence sends a strong signal about where the United States currently stands on one of the most critical and enduring geopolitical issues of our time.

We will continue to follow developments on this story.

Reporting by Katy Moore.