Menachem Begin Puts Forward 4-Point Basis for Peace Talks with Nasser

Newspaper: Jewish Herald
posted on:
5 In sept 1956
subjects:
Foreign Policy - Diplomacy. States - Egypt. Peace Agreements
On the eve of his departure from Israel for France, Begin is interviewed by the United Press News Agency of America. In this interview Begin shares Herut's 4-point basis for peace talks with Egypt's leader Nasser. These points are: 1. Egyptian evacuation of Gaza Strip; 2. Ending of sea blockade; 3. Cessation of hostile acts; 4. Reparations. There is also discussion about Israel's relationship with Western Powers.