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What does it mean?
Obama states Jerusalem should remain Israel's undivided capital.
In plain terms
He supports keeping Jerusalem as Israel's unified capital.
What can you take from it?
Support clear decisions on national capitals.

Where it applies

  • international relations
  • statecraft
  • policy making

Putting it to work

  • recognize capitals
  • support sovereignty
  • take clear stance

Questions to consider

  • What makes a capital city significant?
  • How do you decide disputed territories?

Another view

Jerusalem's status is deeply contested internationally.

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