VOICED : EEUU exige que gobierno de unidad palestino reconozca a Israel

The US envoy to the Middle East stated that a potential Palestinian unity government must recognize Israel, disarm Hamas, and renounce violence. Hamas, controlling Gaza, refuses to recognize Israel and insists on protecting its citizens. Fatah and Hamas agreed that the internationally recognized Palestinian Authority will manage Gaza by December 1. The US is a major funder of the Palestinian Authority. Palestinian leaders are willing to negotiate a unity government and will meet again on November 21. Israel warned it will not negotiate if Hamas is included unless certain conditions are met, such as returning the bodies of Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza.

What are the conditions set by the U.S. emissary for a Palestinian unity government?

• Form a coalition with neighboring countries

• Establish a new currency and open borders with Egypt

• Increase trade with Israel and disarm Hezbollah

• Recognize Israel, disarm Hamas, and renounce violence

How did Hamas respond to the U.S. conditions?

• Proposed a counter-offer to the U.S.

• Agreed to all conditions

• Refused to recognize Israel and emphasized protection of its citizens

• Requested more time to consider

What is the deadline for the Palestinian Authority to assume control of Gaza?

• January 1st

• December 1st

• November 21st

• December 31st

Who is the main financial supporter of the Palestinian Authority?

• Russia

• United States

• United Nations

• European Union

What condition did the Israeli government set for negotiating with a government that includes Hamas?

• Hamas must hold democratic elections

• Hamas must recognize Israel's right to exist

• Hamas must join the United Nations

• Hamas must return the bodies of Israeli soldiers