'If we do not move now to protect the two-state solution, there may never be another opportunity,' warns Taoiseach

Micheál Martin had described the raft of countries recognising Palestine as 'an important moment', but cautioned that he did not believe Israel was listening to pleas from allies

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said it was hard to see a "gamechanger" style solution to the situation in Gaza. File Picture: Damien Eagers Photography

A two-state solution between Israel and Palestine is being worked against by some in the Israeli government, the Taoiseach has said as he described Benjamin Netanyahu's approach as "shocking".

Micheál Martin, speaking in New York at a conference which saw France and a number of other countries recognise the state of Palestine, said the establishment and protection of a two-state solution must be "our legacy to future generations".