Prime Minister's response to the U.S. veto at the Security Council
PMO 19/02/2011

Israel deeply appreciates the decision by President Obama to veto the
Security Council Resolution today.

Israel remains committed to pursuing comprehensive peace with all our
neighbors, including the Palestinians.

We seek a solution that will reconcile the Palestinians' legitimate
aspirations for statehood with Israel's need for security and recognition.

Today's decision by the U.S. makes it clear that the only path to such a
peace will come through direct negotiations and not through the decisions of
international bodies.

We are prepared to pursue those peace negotiations vigorously and are eager
to get on with the work of achieving a secure peace. We hope the
Palestinians will join us in that effort as soon as possible.