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    Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

    http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/225013
    "Peace is the goal, whether that comes in the form of a two-state solution if that's what the parties want, or something else if that's what the parties want."

    "That's going to be up to them, we are not going to dictate what the terms of peace are going to be," said the official, according to AFP.

    The comments mark a change of direction from that of previous administrations which insisted that the “two-state solution” is the best way to resolve the conflict.

    They are in line with a report on Channel 10 News on Monday, which said that Trump will not use the term “two states” during his meeting with Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu this Wednesday.

    The report cited sources who said that Trump wants to be the President who achieves peace between Israel and its Arab neighbors. The sources also stated that Trump would not pressure Netanyahu regarding construction in Judea and Samaria.
    Last edited by cnav; 02-14-2017, 10:50 PM.

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    Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

    Finally!
    A Moment Gone Is Lost Forever
    A Moment In Prayer Will Last Forever

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      Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

      Trump: Parties must decide re: 2 state solution

      http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/225065


      Netanyahu brought up the idea of a larger regional agreement between Israel and the Arab nations. Trump called the idea "a terrific thing."

      Trump agreed with Netanyahu about the incitement in the PA, and called on the PA to recognize Israel.
      Last edited by cnav; 02-15-2017, 04:27 PM.

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        Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'


        Explained Two-state Solution: What Exactly Did Trump Say?

        Some headlines declared that Trump had just broken with "decades of U.S. policy" by supposedly "abandoning the two-state solution." Others focused on how strongly Trump emphasized his wish to see a Middle East peace deal, to the point of directly telling Netanyahu that Israel will have to make compromises and show flexibility, and asking the Prime Minister – "you get that, right?"
        1. What exactly did Trump say about the two-state solution?



        The American president didn't mention the two-state solution in his prepared remarks, and instead spoke only in general terms about a peace deal that will demand "flexibility" and "compromises" from both sides. When he was specifically asked about the two-state solution, Trump said he doesn’t rule out any option – one state, two states or something else – as long as it will be accepted by both parties, Israel and the Palestinians. This answer was in line with what different administration officials have said recently, that Trump wants a peace deal, and would let the two sides hash out its' terms.



        Trump also told Netanyahu that Israel would have to "hold back a bit" on settlements, implying that he realizes there is a territorial dimension to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His tone and words on settlements weren't nearly as harsh as those of his predecessor, Barack Obama, yet he also made clear that those in Israel who might have expected a "blank check" from Trump on settlement building, will probably be disappointed.
        http://www.haaretz.com/us-news/.premium-1.772002
        Last edited by SAT; 02-15-2017, 04:48 PM.

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          Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

          Watch:Transcript
          But it is the parties themselves who must directly negotiate such an agreement. We’ll be beside them. We’ll be working with them. As with any successful negotiation, both sides will have to make compromises.
          You know that, right?
          PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU: Both sides.
          http://www.timesofisrael.com/full-tr...ss-conference/

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            Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

            White House to continue talks on settlement slowdown

            WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will continue trying to reach a mutual understanding on Israeli settlement activity, the administration said Wednesday night, hours after the leaders concluded their first summit since Trump took office last month.
            The two “discussed the issue of Israeli settlement construction,” the White House said, and “agreed to continue those discussions and to work out an approach that is consistent with the goal of advancing peace and security.”
            http://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-n...i-settlements/

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              Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

              Trump considering Arab peace summit in Washington, report says

              United States President Donald Trump is considering hosting an Arab leadership summit in Washington to discuss peace and stability in the region, the pan-Arab daily Al-Hayat reported on Thursday.
              http://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-c...n-report-says/


              Saudis voice optimism about relations with US under Trump

              “We look forward to working with the Trump administration on all issues,” Adel al-Jubeir said. “We are very very optimistic about our ability to resolve issues in the region.”
              Jubeir made the comments on Thursday at the top of a meeting with US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, who is on his first overseas trip as America’s top diplomat.
              http://www.timesofisrael.com/saudis-...s-under-trump/
              Last edited by SAT; 02-16-2017, 09:59 AM.

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                Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

                Wow! Watching carefully! He really is putting ME peace n the forefront of his Presidency. He has always said he wants to make ME peace the ultimate deal, and it can't be so without the Arabs.

                I saw this morning the Arab League and Egypt are standing firm on the 2 state solution.

                http://www.reuters.com/article/us-is...-idUSKBN15V1GK
                Last edited by cnav; 02-16-2017, 10:44 AM.

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                  Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

                  Originally posted by cnav View Post
                  Wow! Watching carefully! He really is putting ME peace n the forefront of his Presidency. He has always said he wants to make ME peace the ultimate deal, and it can't be so without the Arabs.

                  I saw this morning the Arab League and Egypt are standing firm on the 2 state solution.

                  http://www.reuters.com/article/us-is...-idUSKBN15V1GK
                  I've been digging through articles this morning too and it seems that although he has been trying to fly under the radar Rex Tillerson has been a very busy boy when it comes to the Middle East/Israel. Yet the meetings people thought he would attend, he is sending others. His focus right now seems to be totally the ME.

                  While everyone was paying attention to Netanyahu and Trump he was a meeting all the Arab leaders. Someone to keep an eye on?????

                  PS
                  The reason I'm not posting all those articles??? He won't respond when asked what he is doing. But..

                  Saudis voice optimism about relations with US under Trump

                  Seems to say a lot.


                  Originally posted by cnav View Post
                  Wow! Watching carefully! He really is putting ME peace n the forefront of his Presidency. He has always said he wants to make ME peace the ultimate deal, and it can't be so without the Arabs.
                  wow indeed !

                  Rex Tillerson in guarded co-operation approach to Russia

                  The US will consider working with Russia but will stand up for its own interests, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has said.
                  http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-38988639

                  Russian media...

                  Tillerson: U.S. ready to seek new common ground with Russia

                  U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Washington is ready to seek new common ground for cooperation with Moscow, Reuters reported on Feb. 16.
                  http://rbth.com/news/2017/02/16/till...et-bonn-703778
                  Last edited by SAT; 02-16-2017, 11:44 AM.

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                    Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

                    US 'absolutely' supports two-state solution: US ambassador to UN

                    AFP
                    United Nations, United States, Feb 16, 2017 (AFP) -
                    The United States "absolutely" supports a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict but is thinking of new ways to advance towards a peace deal, US Ambassador Nikki Haley said Thursday.
                    http://www.thepeninsulaqatar.com/art...bassador-to-UN

                    Although it is AFP, it is posted in the Qatar media.


                    Netanyahu, Pence look for ways to coordinate on settlements

                    Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with US Vice President Mike Pence in Washington on Thursday, with the discussion including the planned establishment of a mechanism to discuss Israeli settlement building.
                    “We will formulate as soon as possible the creation of a mechanism to discuss with the White House construction in the settlements, with the intention of reaching an understanding on this matter,” a member of Netanyahu’s delegation to Washington says
                    http://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-february-16-2017/

                    Netanyahu, Pence discuss mechanism for coordination on settlements

                    http://www.timesofisrael.com/netanya...n-settlements/

                    A " mechanism for coordination on settlements" !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



                    Really !!!!!!!!

                    Wow that is wayyyyy beyond anything Obama
                    Last edited by SAT; 02-16-2017, 02:59 PM.

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                      Re: Official: Trump won't insist on 'two-state solution'

                      US officials reinforce Trump support for two-state solution

                      WASHINGTON -- Top officials in the Trump administration sought to reassure lawmakers and foreign allies on Thursday that the United States remains committed to a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians, just one day after their boss said that "one state" endorsed by both parties would work just as well for him.

                      Testifying before the Senate in a hearing on his nomination as ambassador to Israel, David Friedman said a two-state solution– in which a Jewish state of Israel and an independent Arab state of Palestine live side by side in peace and security, ending all claims in the conflict– remains the "best possibility" for genuine peace in the region.
                      http://www.jpost.com/Arab-Israeli-Co...olution-481829


                      PM to reconsider pledge to build a new settlement – report

                      After Trump meeting, Netanyahu may go back on promise to compensate families evacuated from Amona outpost
                      http://www.timesofisrael.com/pm-to-r...lement-report/

                      I would suspect because of ...

                      Netanyahu, Pence discuss mechanism for coordination on settlements

                      in post 10
                      Last edited by SAT; 02-16-2017, 07:23 PM.

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