Mitchell calls for 'responsibility' as talks close - The Jewish Chronicle

Peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians in Sharm el-Sheikh have ended without agreement on the future construction of Jewish settlements.

However US envoy George Mitchell, who attended today’s talks, said that “the parties have begun a serious discussion on core issues" and that the framework of a deal within a year was still possible.

He added: "President Abbas and Prime Minister Netanyahu also reiterated their intent to approach these negotiations in good faith and with a seriousness of purpose."

Mr Mitchell called for Israel to extend the “politically sensitive” ten-month building freeze in the West Bank, due to expire at the end of September.