A majority of lawmakers in Israel's parliament have backed a motion opposing the creation of a Palestinian state.

In a resolution, the lawmakers said the creation of a Palestinian state in the heart of the land of Israel would constitute an existential danger for the state of Israel and its citizens.

They said it would perpetuate the Israel-Palestinian conflict and destabilize the region.

The Israeli lawmaker also claimed that "promoting" a Palestinian state was a reward for terrorism and would only encourage Hamas and its supporters.