I believe that in the long run, separation between Israel and the Palestinians is the best solution for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Yitzhak RabinRead
As prime minister, I changed Israel's position on peace negotiations. I made it clear that we are ready to go along with Resolution 242 of the U.N. Security Council, which specifies withdrawal to secure and recognized boundaries in the context of peace.
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What this quote means
This quote emphasizes a commitment to peace through negotiation and adherence to international resolutions.
Yitzhak Rabin, as prime minister, highlights a pivotal shift in Israel's approach to peace negotiations, signaling readiness to embrace United Nations Resolution 242, which calls for withdrawal to establish secure and recognized boundaries in the pursuit of lasting peace. This quote underscores the significance of diplomatic efforts and international cooperation in resolving conflicts.
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PeaceNegotiationsInternationalResolutionBorders
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for diplomatic solutions to conflict.
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