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Bush Calls for End of 'Occupation'
By Barry Schweid AP Diplomatic Writer Thursday, May 2, 2002; 1:29 PM
WASHINGTON –– President Bush said Thursday that important progress is being made in ending the violent standoff in the Middle East and declared that Israel must negotiate an end to its occupation of Palestinian areas in the West Bank.
Bush, speaking after meetings with European leaders, also had a message for the Palestinians, telling them the nation that the international community wants to help them build "cannot be based on a foundation of terror or corruption."
Bush said he expects more progress when he meets in Washington next week with Mideast leaders including Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and Jordan's King Abdullah II.
© 2002 The Associated Press
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