Israel’s Ambassador to France charged here last night that an initiative undertaken by the European Economic Community threatens the Middle East peace process.
Meir Rosenne, addressing an Israel Bond dinner at Sha’arei Zedek Synagogue here, referred to reports of an impending decision by the European Economic Community (EEC) conference opening in Venice today to urge inclusion of the PLO in Mideast negotiations. “How can any Arab state be expected to be less rigid in its demands in this regard than the European countries?” he asked.
Rosenne said Israel would not negotiate with the PLO, whose aim was to destroy Israel, an objective reiterated only 10 days ago in Damascus by PLO leaders. The envoy voiced optimism on the next round of autonomy negotiations but cautioned that the “international climate” would have an important role to play. About $2.1 million in Bonds and other instruments were sold at the dinner, according to David B. Holtzman, Bonds general chairman here.
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