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Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A6951-2004Feb25.html
U.S. Views Gaza Proposal as Possible Interim Step
(Washington Post) The U.S. and Israel are discussing a fresh approach to Mideast peace with a plan that acknowledges that productive talks between Israel and Palestinian leaders are not possible at this moment. Israeli officials describe the Sharon plan as an "interim arrangement," but suggest it could be in place for a long time. In talks with U.S. officials, Israeli officials also appear to be seeking to trade Israeli withdrawal from territories for receiving greater flexibility to build housing in West Bank areas it would want in a final peace deal. Interviews with senior officials suggest the administration views the plan as a vehicle to demonstrate progress.