Dashed hopes

Article Abstract:

The peace process to which PLO leader Yasser Arafat and Israel's Yitzhak Rabin committed themselves in 1993 may collapse in the face of terrorist violence. More than 300 people have been killed in such violence since 1993. Israel is now pursuing a separation policy vis-a-vis the Palestinians.

Analysis, Rabin, Yitzhak, Palestine Liberation Organization, Terrorism, Israel-Arab conflicts, Arab-Israeli conflicts

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Pain and anger: a vicious terror attack sidetracks the election

Article Abstract:

The Palestinian group Hamas claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing of a school bus in Jerusalem, Israel, on Feb 25, 1996, that killed 24 people. Terrorism and the peace process are likely to be a key issues in Israel's upcoming May 29, 1996, election.

Negotiation, mediation and arbitration, Crime, Public opinion, Middle East Peace Talks, 1991-, Bombings, Jerusalem, Israel, Islamic Resistance Movement

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The Arafat era: critics and money woes greet a new president

Article Abstract:

Arafat became president of the Palestinian Authority in Jan 1996, winning 88% of the vote. However, he faces the difficult task of improving economic conditions in the West Bank and mediating with extremists unhappy with Arafat's relationship with Israel.

Management, Political aspects, Palestine National Authority, West Bank

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