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Ya’alon: I supported Oslo, but I sobered up
At Tel Aviv University, defense minister discusses two most pressing issues in Israeli defense: Nuclear Iran, peace talks with PA. Says current murder wave ‘result of the political process’
Yoav Zitun
Published: 11.18.13, 00:00 / Israel News
Ya’alon: I supported Oslo, but I sobered up
Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon addressed a conference at Tel Aviv University, commenting on two issues of utmost importance to the Israeli defense establishment: The Iranian nuclear program and peace talks with the Palestinian Authority.
The defense minister referred to the latest casualties of terror acts as “victims of the diplomatic process,” insisting he had never met a Palestinian leader – including current PA President Mahmoud Abbas – who could announce the end of the conflict, even in exchange for territorial compromise.
Ya’alon noted, “I estimate that there will be a deal because the West is eager to make a deal although it does not have to. This is not the way to behave in the Middle East.
“This is a horrible mistake we’re trying to prevent. It’s important to clarify the Tehran regime – bomb or survival,” he said, suggesting that Iran must choose between developing a nuclear bomb and ensuring its survival.
“I hope we don’t have to say I told you so.”
Oh but we will!!