Defrosting the settlements: Israel and the Palestinians

Article Abstract:

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu promised to support expansion of the Hebron Jewish settlements as an incentive to redeploying troops. Palestinian leaders say he is violating the Oslo accord, but his proposal for limited Palestinian sovereignty signifies a softening of the Likud Party position.

Strategic aspects, Hebron, West Bank

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Can Israel rekindle peace?

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The confrontation between Palestinians and Israelis has seriously jeopardized peace in the area. Pres Bill Clinton at least persuaded the two sides to talk, but the final results remain in doubt unless Israel finally acknowledges the agreements made by the preceding administration.

Cover Story

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Israel's gamble: the Palestinians

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Palestinians in Israel are very upset about Israeli plans to build a new settlement for Jews on the edge of East Jerusalem. They are protesting that the move violates the Oslo peace accords, and resistance to the project is virtually certain.

Analysis, Political aspects, Buildings and facilities, Middle East Peace Talks, 1991-, Palestinian Arabs, Jewish-Arab relations, Arab-Jewish relations, Jerusalem, Israel

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