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Stories from 2002-07-19

In Gaza, Blame Turns Toward Arafat

Ferry Biedermann | Salon | July 19, 2002

"Economic chaos — and a looming humanitarian crisis — undermine both the Palestinian Authority and the intifada." [more]

US Rejects Pakistan's Demand of Kashmiri Plebiscite

STAFF | Times of India | July 19, 2002

"Rejecting Islamabad's persistant demand for a plebiscite in Kashmir in accordance with the UN resolution, the US on Friday said it favoured the settlement of the problem bilaterally between India and Pakistan in accordance with the Shimla accord and hoped the coming Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir would lead to the resolution of the issue." [more]

We Shouldn't Make Arafat the Issue

Chuck Hagel | Washington Post | July 19, 2002

"We are now faced with a unique moment to reach out to this generation and build a future with them. That is perhaps the surest thing America can do to help provide a secure future for Israel and hope for the Palestinian people. To do this, the United States must avoid policies that isolate us in the world community. We face both opportunity and risk, but there is no other option." [more]

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