President Abbas says a two-state solution is the only option

Monday September 22, 2008 15:07 by Rami Almeghari - IMEMC Staff

Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas said that the Palestinians have no option but to achieve a two-state solution.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas

The president was quoted as saying during a joint press briefing with Irish the foreign minister in Dublin: "We are well aware that the situation is delicate enough for the time being because of the difference between the two American administrations. We are all convinced of continuing the peace process with both administrations."

The president told reporters that Palestinians are still hoping to reach a solution for the Palestine question soon and that the choices are limited to achieving a two-state solution.

Abbas's visit to Dublin came a as stop before he heads for New York for attending next week's meeting of the United Nations General Assembly annual conference.

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