Former ministers propose path to peace

By Ehud Olmert and Nasser al-Kidwa
The Washinton Post
October 4, 2024
 

Ehud Olmert was prime minister of Israel from 2006 to 2009. Nasser al-Kidwa was foreign affairs minister of the Palestinian National Authority from 2005 to 2006.

"After many hours of discussions, we believe we have come up with a blueprint for a breakthrough toward ending the war in Gaza. 

“This would also serve as a starting point for renewed negotiations to reach an agreement that would end the violent conflict between Israelis and Palestinians once and for all…

"The true test of leadership is not in following public opinion but in determining the best strategic path for the future and presenting it boldly and without fear…

"In the not-too-distant future, a new generation of Israeli and Palestinian leaders would have the task of negotiating and transforming this vision into reality…

"In a period of such frightening darkness, we seek to shine a light of hope pointing to the path that our two peoples must take."

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