e This should be built around the common challenges of radical Islamist terror, border security, missile defense... and of course, Iran. e And being led by the United States, it could provide a variety of synergies for all its regional participants. e Secondly, we need a daring peace initiative vis- a-vis the Palestinians. e A two-state solution is the only viable long- term solution. e It is a compelling imperative for us, in order to secure our identity and our future as a Jewish and democratic state; it’s not a favor for the Palestinians... e Believe me, I tried hard as Prime Minister, together with President Clinton. So | know, from personal experience, that the Palestinians are not easy partners for peace. e Prime Minister Netanyahu has taken courageous steps, to renew the process including an unprecedented settlement freeze. 9 HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_027017