Radio Address Applauding Israeli Disengagement from Gaza
(August 27, 2005)
Excerpts:
“Good morning. In recent days,
we have witnessed remarkable events in the broader Middle
East. People are making the tough choices necessary
for a future of security and hope that will make the
region and the world more peaceful.
During the past two weeks, Prime
Minister Sharon and the Israeli people took a courageous
and painful step by removing Israeli settlements in Gaza and parts
of the northern West
Bank. I congratulate the Prime Minister for his
bold leadership.
Now that Israel has withdrawn, the
way forward is clear. The Palestinians must show the world that they will fight terrorism and govern in a peaceful way. We will continue to help
the Palestinians to prepare for self government and
to defeat the terrorists who attack Israel and oppose the establishment of a peaceful Palestinian
state.
We remain fully committed
to defending the security and well-being
of our friend and ally Israel. We demand
an end to terrorism and violence in every
form because we know that progress depends
on ending terror. And we will continue working
for the day when the map of the Middle East
shows two democratic states -- Israel and
Palestine -- living side by side in peace
and security.”
Sources: The White House |