Clueless in Gaza.THERE IS good news and bad news coming out of Secretary of State James Baker's Mideast shuttles. The good news is that there is a real opening on the Palestinian issue, due to the discrediting of the PLO PLO abbr. Palestine Liberation Organization PLO Palestine Liberation Organization Noun 1. PLO and the re-entry RE-ENTRY, estates. The resuming or retaking possession of land which the party lately had. 2. Ground rent deeds and leases frequently contain a clause authorizing the landlord to reenter on the non-payment of rent, or the breach of some covenant, when the of Jordan's King Hussein Noun 1. King Hussein - king of Jordan credited with creating stability at home and seeking peace with Israel (1935-1999) ibn Talal Hussein, Husain, Husayn, Hussein into the game. For two decades, the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. has always preferred the King to play a key role in Palestinian diplomacy diplomacy Art of conducting relationships for gain without conflict. It is the chief instrument of foreign policy. Its methods include secret negotiation by accredited envoys (though political leaders also negotiate) and international agreements and laws. , not only because he is relatively trusted by the Israelis, but also because it was in our strategic interest that moderates The Administration needs now to focus quietly on the Palestinian issue. Producing a sensible group of Jordanians and Palestinians who are willing to put forward sensible propositions is the best way to persuade Israelis to be sensible in turn. Pressure tactics are far less effective with Israel; they only play into the hands of the Sharons. If the Israelis are to be asked to take risks for peace, their trust in America will be one of the crucial determinants. We need to maintain that trust. |
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