Last call for peace

by Claude Salhani March 3, 2009

written by Claude Salhani March 3, 2009

Now that the initial euphoria behind President Barack Obama’s Middle East peace initiative is settling into the reality of the region’s intransigence, a different picture is beginning to emerge, and it is none too bright. What darkens the horizon is the fear that if President Obama’s efforts — spearheaded by veteran negotiator George Mitchell — do not meet success, the backlash may be disastrous for the region, for US foreign policy and for the Obama presidency. For once there is a president in the White House who is truly dedicated to the peace process because he understands the impact that peace in the Middle East has on US national security. As well, the president believes that solving the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian dispute will impact positively on addressing other grievances in the region. While settling the 61-year old dispute is not going to solve all the region’s problems, a comprehensive peace treaty

Claude Salhani

Claude Salhani (1952-2022) was a Lebanese, French, and American photographer and journalist, best known for his work with UPI and Reuters. He later served as the head of UPI Photos and as Foreign Desk Editor. Salhani gained widespread recognition for his powerful photographic coverage of significant historical events, including the 1983 Beirut barracks bombings. His career spanned major global events such as Black September, the Lebanese Civil War, and the Gulf War, marking him as one of the leading journalists of his time in conflict reporting. In addition to his international work, Salhani was also a journalist at Executive Magazine in Lebanon, further solidifying his influence in the region's media landscape.

Last call for peace

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