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What should be the future of Israel? Is the land the most important choice, and for that reason to keep the whole of the land at any cost, or to have a partition and build the Jewish state on part of the land? And the other part?
Shimon Peres
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What this quote means

The quote questions the future of Israel regarding territorial decisions and the significance of land in building the Jewish state.

Shimon Peres reflects on the complexities of Israel's future, emphasizing the dilemma between holding onto all the land versus the necessity of partitioning it to establish a secure Jewish state. This quote captures the intricate balance between national identity, territorial claims, and the pursuit of peace in a region marked by historical conflict and differing aspirations.

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Example use cases

During a debate about Middle Eastern politics, one could quote this to emphasize the importance of land and peace.

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