CLEAN: Palestinians plan high-stakes diplomacy at UN

The transcript discusses the Palestinian dissatisfaction with the US's role in the peace process, highlighting the domestic political success of the UN statehood bid. It outlines the failure of the peace process over two decades, leading to increased settlements and division. The US's opposition to Palestinian statehood at the UN has isolated it diplomatically. Both Israeli and Palestinian governments lack urgency in negotiations due to wide gaps in positions. The Palestinian strategy to pressure Israel diplomatically may backfire, increasing Israel's defensive stance and diplomatic isolation.

What is the primary reason for the Palestinian UN bid according to the first section?

• To seek financial aid from the UN

• To gain more international support and balance in the peace process

• To declare war on Israel

• To completely sever ties with the United States

How has the peace process affected Palestinians over the past two decades?

• It has led to complete independence

• It has left them in the same position as before

• It has significantly improved their situation

• It has worsened their situation with more settlements and divisions

What is the impact of the US opposing the creation of a Palestinian state at the UN?

• It isolates the US diplomatically on this issue

• It strengthens US diplomatic ties

• It leads to immediate peace in the region

• It results in increased US influence in the Middle East

Why do neither the Israeli nor Palestinian governments see urgency in resuming negotiations?

• They are focusing on economic development

• They are waiting for a new US president

• The gaps in their positions are too wide

• They have already reached an agreement

What is a potential consequence of the Palestinian diplomatic approach as discussed in the third section?

• It will lead to immediate peace

• It will result in increased US support for Palestine

• It will strengthen Israel's diplomatic ties

• It may backfire and lead to punitive actions by Israel