Labor Party leader Shimon Peres said today he would “strive to stress uniting elements” in public appearances in the U.S. over the next 10 days where he will take part in Israel’s emergency appeal. During his visit, he will meet with Vice President George Bush, Secretary of State George Shultz and other Administration and Congressional figures in Washington.
Peres said if asked about the bombardment of west Beirut or the blockade of food and water to the city, he would express the view that if the PLO observed the cease-fire, Israel would surely do likewise. (At home, he has been sharply critical of the bombardment and of aspects of the siege.)
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