Beyond Disengagement: Does a Renewed Peace Process Lie Ahead for Palestinians and Israelis?

srael's unilateral withdrawal from Gaza and parts of the northern West Bank, including the evacuation of Jewish settlements, has dramatically altered the status quo between Israelis and Palestinians—not to mention the domestic politics on both sides. 

This distinguished panel explored the central issues that will determine whether "disengagement" will lead to a revived political process. The speakers provided an update on Palestinian security reform, international economic assistance, and Israeli strategic thinking. Moreover, each offered a set of policy recommendations based on "lessons learned" from their experiences on the ground.

Speakers

• Amjad Attallah
  Managing Partner, Strategic Assessments Initiative
• Larry Garber
  Former USAID Director, West Bank/Gaza
• Shlomo Brom
  Guest Scholar, U.S. Institute of Peace
  Former Deputy National Security Advisor of Israel
• Scott Lasensky, United States Institute of Peace, Moderator

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