We can continue to fight. We can continue to kill - and continue to be killed. But we can also try to put a stop to this never-ending cycle of blood. We can also give peace a chance.

The negotiations must address all aspects, both peace and withdrawal.

I believe that in the long run, separation between Israel and the Palestinians is the best solution for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Israel has an important principle: It is only Israel that is responsible for our security.

I enter negotiations with Chairman Arafat, the leader of the PLO, the representative of the Palestinian people, with the purpose to have coexistence between our two entities, Israel as a Jewish state and Palestinian state, entity, next to us, living in peace.

I believe however that peace is attainable regardless of the Arabs mentality, society or government.

Israel is no longer a people that dwells alone, and has to join the global journey toward peace, reconciliation and international cooperation.