*EPF104 04/15/2002
Transcript: Powell's Remarks Before Meeting Israeli President Katzav
(Meeting took place in Jerusalem April 14) (130)

Following is a transcript of Secretary of State Colin Powell's remarks before his meeting with Israeli President Moshe Katzav in Jerusalem April 14:

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Remarks at top of meeting with Israeli President Moshe Katzav

Secretary Colin L. Powell Jerusalem April 14, 2002

QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, do you think that Arafat, who encourages the terror, can be a partner to a peace process?

SECRETARY POWELL: Well, we're working on a peace process where we're trying to see if we can find a way out of the crisis. I look forward to speaking with the President. I've always benefited from his wisdom before, and I hope to do so again today. Thank you.

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