US-Mideast: A Week of Dimming Peace Prospects
This observer said he judged Mitchell had paid too much attention to pushing for the settlement freeze, which was only ever seen as an interim step. It was described by Mitchell and others as part of a package - along with some sweeteners from Arab states -that would help build initial confidence between the parties. Full Story »
Posted by Patricia Blochowiak
If the Obama administration is not willing to defend even minimal rights for the Palestinians, the prospects for peace are extremely dim.