How totally dishonest on the Arabs' behalf to act surprised and shocked. They knew exactly what Obama would do, having pushed America into a corner. Sure, Obama shares blame for reaching this point, by encouraging Palestinian refusal to negotiate early in his presidency term - but it was wholly their doing. Abbas refused to negotiate, refused to sign peace, refused to talk to Obama - and then set this diplomatic catch 22 to a president who clearly supports the Palestinian cause.
Obama UN address angers Palestinians
Palestinian officials of various factions slam US president for taking 'pro-Israeli' stance in his UN General Assembly speech, accuse him of trying to win Jewish vote for elections. Abbas spokesman: US must pressure Israel to retreat from 'occupied territories'
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