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Sharon Outlines Advantages of Disengagement
(Jerusalem Post) Prime Minister Sharon outlined the main advantages of the disengagement plan Thursday: First, it maintains that no diplomatic process will be held with the Palestinians until the destruction of their terrorist infrastructure as demanded in the road map. Second, an American commitment not to apply pressure on Israel to adopt any diplomatic plan other than the road map, and recognition by the U.S. that no negotiations will be held with the Palestinians until they carry out their obligations under the road map. Third, a clear recognition by the U.S. of Israel's right to secure and defensible borders. Fourth, U.S. recognition of Israel's right to self-defense in every place, including areas we withdraw from, and to retain its power of deterrence against all threats. It is quite possible that one day, when we achieve a real, regional peace, and everyone dismantles their weapons, then we too will be ready to consider similar steps. But for now, we have received a clear commitment from the U.S. that there will be no effort to damage Israel's deterrence.