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IPF Letter in The New York Times

By Israel Policy Forum
Friday, April 27, 2012 - 9:09am
It is sobering yet productive that three distinguished Israelis are generating ideas despite the unfortunate but realistic conclusion that “a comprehensive peace agreement is unattainable right now.”

In Meeting, A Chance for A Regional Approach

By The Pulse
Monday, March 5, 2012 - 12:41pm

Today, President Barack Obama meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after weeks of speculation about how the two countries will address the threat of Iran potentially obtaining nuclear weapons, and with little expectation for progress on Israeli-Palestinian peacemaking.  However, the Iranian threat – coupled with the historic changes of governments across the Middle East – could actually serve as a strategic opportunity for these leaders to address Iran while advancing regional democratic efforts alongside Israeli-Palestinian peace.

The Right Balance on Iran

By Israel Policy Forum
Sunday, March 4, 2012 - 5:22pm

Israel Policy Forum applauds President Barack Obama’s commitment to Israel’s security outlined in his address to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee.

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U.S. Diplomatic Leadership

To advance the interests of the United States, including the security of the State of Israel and the stability of the Middle East, the United States must demonstrate diplomatic leadership in the region at the highest level.

The United States must be a catalyst for establishing peace and security.  History teaches us that without US leadership at the highest level, Arabs and Israelis will not make the compromises needed to secure agreements.

Washington must play the role of "honest broker."  While the commitment of the United States to Israel's security as a Jewish and democratic state must never be in doubt, the U.S. cannot succeed as mediator or otherwise unless both Israelis and Arabs view us as fair.

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