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Source: http://www.usatoday.com/news/opinion/editorials/2003-07-01-oplede_x.htm
New Peace Process Has Far to Go
(USA Today) - Max Boot The new peace process is premised on the notion that Israelis and Palestinians need to make mutual concessions to end their war. The problem is that most Israelis are willing to meet their obligations, but most Palestinians aren't. Successful negotiations are impossible when one side won't recognize the other's right to exist. However well intentioned, the latest peace process is likely to backfire as badly as its predecessor did. The only long-term hope for peace is that the Palestinians will weary of this war and give real power to leaders intent on stopping the suicide bombers. Abbas's appointment is a step in the right direction, but the process is a long way from completion.