“Only the change on the international scene, the crisis in the gulf, and the strong, firm position of the United States against aggression between two Arab countries created realities that led to the Madrid Peace Conference.”
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I believe however that peace is attainable regardless of the Arabs mentality, society or government.
A diplomatic peace is not yet the real peace. It is an essential step in the peace process leading towards a real peace.
Israel is no longer a people that dwells alone, and has to join the global journey toward peace, reconciliation and international cooperation.
I believe that it is my responsibility as the prime minister of Israel to do whatever can be done to exploit the unique opportunities that lie ahead of us to move towards peace. Not everything can be done by one act.