Quick Progress in New Israeli-Palestinian Talks Vital to Thwart Spoilers – UN Envoy

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–18 May 2010 – As new indirect peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians get under way, a senior United Nations official warned today that rapid progress is vital in light of multiple challenges, including efforts by militants on both sides to derail the process.

“After many setbacks and delays, we are entering a new phase in the efforts for Israeli-Palestinian peace,” Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Robert Serry told…