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August 14, 2013

Kerry: Settlement Expansion Doesn't Threaten Peace Talks 
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Speaking during a visit to Brazil, Secretary of State John Kerry
insisted the ongoing settlement expansion doesn't threaten the prospects
of reaching a peace deal.
bq. Secretary of State John Kerry: "We've had a very frank and open
discussion about the question of settlements. Let me make it clear, the
policy of the United States of America with respect to all settlements
is that they are illegitimate, and we oppose settlements taking place
anytime, not just the time of the peace process. But, here is the 'but',
that said, Prime Minster Netanyahu was completely upfront with me and
President Abbas that he would be announcing some additional building
that would take place in places that will not affect the peace map."

 

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