UT, no disrespect meant, but:
--1) You only put in part of the story.
--2) You didn't provide a
link to the story (free registration might be required to view).
I found Muhammad Dahlan's comments interesting. Also those of Yasir Abed Rabbo:
"'As far as we are concerned the issue is not the declaration of a state,' he was quoted as saying. 'Our top priority is bringing about an end to the occupation.'"