Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat said, "This decision to build new housing units in East Jerusalem undermines the credibility of those involved in making the peace process continue."

VOA: standard.2009.12.28

The North also said it had reached the final stage of a uranium enrichment program, possibly creating a second process by which it can build nuclear arms.

VOA: standard.2009.09.06

He said he and U.S.President Barack Obama agree that whatever new government emerges will have to make a new contract with the international community and its neighbors to build its army, take tough action on corruption, create a more inclusive political process, reach out to moderate elements of the insurgency and stronger control of local affairs.

VOA: standard.2009.10.14