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Why the Palestinian Authority Should Accept the U.S. Olive Branch of Opportunity
(National Interest) Eliora Katz and Eyal Tsir Cohen - It is crucial for the Palestinians to come to the negotiating table as soon as possible. An overwhelmingly large majority of the Knesset, roughly 85%, has embraced the U.S. plan. Leader of the opposition Blue and White party, Benny Gantz, praised the deal and said he would implement all conditions if elected prime minister. Russia, China, Europe, and the Arab states are consumed with more urgent crises at home and abroad to press on this 73-year-old issue. Obama was left empty-handed after eight years tilting to the Palestinians in pursuit of a deal. Today, the international community is struggling to address the worst refugee crisis in 70 years. Almost 70.8 million people were forcibly displaced, double the level of 20 years ago.