Abbas Says Israel Talks Will Continue ATFP World Press Roundup Article from The New York Times by Mark Landler - September 16, 2010 - 12:00am After two days of difficult peace negotiations with Israel over the issue of Jewish settlements, the Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas, sounded a modestly positive note on Thursday, declaring that he saw no alternative but to keep talking. The Palestinians have threatened to walk out of the talks if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not extend a partial moratorium on the construction of settlements, something he has refused to do. » Read more

Palestinians Make Strides In West Bank Security ATFP World Press Roundup Article from National Public Radio (NPR) by Deborah Amos - September 16, 2010 - 12:00am Israeli and Palestinian leaders are back at the table negotiating for peace, and a key factor in getting them there was improved security in the West Bank. The Palestinians have taken a larger role, forming police and security forces that have helped restore order in the disputed territory. It’s considered a success, but a new report says it’s hard to sustain. » Read more