Clinton Vows: Commitment to "Israeli" Security Rock Solid

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US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton reiterated on Tuesday Washington's commitment to the Zionist entity's security "remains rock solid."
At a brief press appearance with "Israeli" Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before the two entered closed-door talks, Clinton said: "The American commitment to Israel's security is rock solid and unwavering."

"That is why we believe it is essential to de-escalate the situation" in the Palestinian territory, said Clinton, who welcomed Egyptian mediation efforts.
In parallel, Clinton was speaking only moments into a tour that will also take her on Wednesday to the West Bank city of Ramallah and on to Cairo for talks with Egypt's President Mohamed Mursi.
The US top official's arrival coincided with furious speculation that a Gaza truce announcement by the two sides was in the works and could come as early as Tuesday night.
However, Clinton made no reference to an agreement to end hostilities and indicated that she expected negotiations to stretch over several days.
"In these days ahead, the United States will work with our partners here in "Israel" and across the region for an outcome that bolsters security for the peace of "Israel", improves conditions for the people of Gaza and moves toward a comprehensive peace for all people of the region," Clinton claimed.
She also claimed that "Washington's message that much of the onus rested on a Hamas leadership which rules Gaza but is officially branded a "terrorist" network by the United States."

"The rocket attacks from "terrorist" organizations inside Gaza on these "Israeli" cities and towns must end and a broader calm restored," said Clinton.
Meanwhile, she added "The goal must be a durable outcome that promotes regional stability and advances the security and legitimate aspirations of "Israelis" and Palestinians alike."

Netanyahu, for his part, said:"If there's a possibility of achieving a long-term solution for this problem by diplomatic means, we prefer it. But if not, I'm sure you understand that "Israel" will have to take every action necessary to defend its people."

Source: News Agencies, Edited by moqawama.org