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"en.20110929.18.4-200-000"2
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"After two decades of unsuccessful peace efforts, it is entirely understandable that Palestine’s President Abbas has applied to the UN for recognition and membership of the United Nations. The postponement of the talks on the application in the Security Council now provides the Middle East Quartet, and the two parties that are in conflict in particular, with an opportunity to begin serious negotiations on a rapid solution to the conflict in the Middle East. In the end, only a clear result that delivers a secure Israel and a viable Palestinian state will be acceptable. Further stalling is no longer sustainable. Even an upgraded observer status in the UN will probably be perceived by Palestinians as a defeat, which could, in turn, lead to undesirable reactions.
As a significant investor in the region, the EU has an obligation to exert its influence on both sides, not least in order to avoid reciprocal provocation in this situation. Further plans to build settlements must be condemned just as severely as the constant missile attacks on Israel. Only by showing a united front can the EU live up to its desired position as an important player in foreign policy. I voted in favour of the resolution because it is very balanced."@en1
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