Menacham Begin (Jan 24,1978)

Monocan Bagan discusses the challenges in the Middle East peace process with Robert McNeill. Bagan highlights the vilification by the Egyptian press and the impact on negotiations. He emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and the need for Egypt to stop its negative campaign for talks to resume. Bagan also addresses the complexities of the negotiations, including differences in military and political committee discussions, and the misunderstanding regarding Israel's right to exist.

What was the main reason for the suspension of peace talks between Israel and Egypt?

• Territorial disputes

• Economic disagreements

• Vilification by the Egyptian press

• Military conflicts

What term used by the Egyptian press was considered anti-Semitic by Bagan?

• Negotiator

• Hero of Peace

• Shylock

• Speculator

What was Bagan's condition for resuming negotiations with Egypt?

• Withdrawal of Egyptian troops

• End of vilification in the Egyptian press

• Recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital

• Economic aid from Egypt

Who did Bagan suggest might have influenced the Egyptian press to vilify Israel?

• The Egyptian Foreign Office

• The United States

• The Israeli government

• The United Nations

What was the main issue in the military negotiations between Israel and Egypt?

• The type of weapons used

• The number of troops allowed

• The duration of the peace treaty

• The location of the demilitarized zone

What did President Sadat promise regarding the Egyptian army's position in the Sinai?

• To withdraw completely from the Sinai

• Not to cross the Gideon middle passages

• To remain within 40 kilometers of the border

• To advance beyond the international border

What was the misunderstanding between Israel and Egypt regarding recognition?

• Recognition of military boundaries

• Recognition of Jerusalem as a capital

• Recognition of Egypt's sovereignty

• Recognition of Israel's right to exist

What did Bagan believe was the Egyptian perception of their recognition of Israel?

• An economic agreement

• A military strategy

• A revolutionary change

• A minor diplomatic gesture

What was Bagan's response to the Egyptian recognition of Israel's right to exist?

• He demanded more concessions

• He considered it a natural right

• He rejected the recognition

• He offered economic aid

What did Bagan emphasize as the main concern for Israel in the peace negotiations?

• Political recognition

• Cultural exchange

• Economic stability

• Military security