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Markey Statement on Renewed Israel -- Palestine Peace Talks

Statement

By: Ed Markey
By: Ed Markey
Date: July 30, 2013
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Foreign Affairs

Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement today after President Obama met with negotiators leading the peace talks between Israel and the West Bank.

"As Israeli and Palestinian leaders begin the process of renewing negotiations, there is a long, challenging road ahead. However, I commend Secretary Kerry and the Obama administration for moving forward and bringing the two sides to the negotiating table. I believe the United States should continue to play an integral role in advancing a two-state solution between Israelis and Palestinians that results in both peoples living side-by-side in peace and security. I have strong confidence in special envoy Martin Indyk, and I am hopeful that progress can be made towards achieving a peaceful solution to this conflict."


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