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Last chance for peace, says Kerry

June 4, 2013 09:50
US Secretary of State John Kerry (Photo: Ralph Aswang)

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Zoe Winograd,

Zoe Winograd

1 min read

US Secretary of State John Kerry told American Jewry that “we may not get another chance” to establish peace in Israel.

At Monday’s annual American Jewish Committee global forum in Washington, Mr Kerry implored the committee to show their support for a two-state solution in Israel.

He said: “We are running out of time and possibilities… the status quo is simply not sustainable. A stalemate today will not remain so tomorrow… are we prepared to live with permanent conflict?”

Mr Kerry acknowledged the skepticism around attempts to achieve peace in the area. He said: “I still believe peace is achievable and, more than ever, it’s worth fighting for.”

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