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The borders will be based on 1967, with the required security modifications. If we take a certain percentage of the Palestinian land, we will compensate them with land. We will not rob their land. Sovereignty yes, but no one would threaten this Palestinian state, and therefore the Palestinians also agree that it can be demilitarized. When the threats on Israel would also cease, I hope that Israel could be demilitarized too.

Shimon Peres#4

HistoryPoliticsNegotiationPeace

About this quote

What does it mean?
Peres proposes a two-state solution based on 1967 borders with land swaps and demilitarization for mutual security.
In plain terms
Suggests dividing land and disarming both sides for peace.
What can you take from it?
Peace requires mutual concessions and security measures.

Where it applies

  • peace talks
  • policy planning
  • conflict resolution

Putting it to work

  • propose solutions
  • plan borders
  • ensure security

Questions to consider

  • Can disarmament ensure peace?
  • What makes borders work?

Another view

Demilitarization is hard to enforce and verify in practice.

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