Does US believe Palestinians should have enough Firepower to fight Israel?
13 November 2004 “Such a [Palestinian] state will need a credible and unified security structure capable of providing security for the Palestinians and fighting terrorism.” Joint Statement Between the United States and the United Kingdom Concerning the Middle East Peace Process – November 12, 2004 www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2004/11/20041112-3.html The term “capable of providing security for the Palestinians” appears to be a new term. Previous descriptions of the Palestinian security forces focused on their ability to fight terror.
