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“Let the Palestinians run their affairs: create a situation in which no Israeli soldier will have to maintain public order, whether in Gaza or the West Bank. Let's give it to the Palestinians, as long as there is security for us. No more occupying another people.” quote by Yitzhak Rabin
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“Let the Palestinians run their affairs: create a situation in which no Israeli soldier will have to maintain public order, whether in Gaza or the West Bank. Let's give it to the Palestinians, as long as there is security for us. No more occupying another people.”

Yitzhak Rabin

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Source Speech: Peace Initiative Proposal, 1995

Advocates transferring civil governance to Palestinians while ensuring Israeli security, aiming to end occupation.

In simple terms: Give Palestinians self‑rule with security guarantees.

Key Takeaway

Support negotiated autonomy for lasting peace.

Themes

peace self‑determination security politics conflict resolution

Mood

hopeful serious

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • peace negotiations
  • community building
  • security coordination

Key Concepts

statecraft human rights regional stability

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can security be assured without occupation?
  • What mechanisms build mutual trust?
A Different Perspective

Implementation challenges and trust deficits.

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