“ Let us all pledge to protect this opportunity in order to see that the wish of peace becomes a true and daily fact in this region. Mahmoud Abbas
“ It is high time that the Palestinian people restore their freedom and independence. It is high time that the decades, the long decades of suffering and pain would stop. Mahmoud Abbas
“ We need international support so that our people live a life of normality, of dignity, of liberty and freedom. I hope that our cry for freedom may be heard. Mahmoud Abbas
“ There is a requirement to ensure the withdrawal takes place in a civilized manner. We will be able to show the world we deserve independence and freedom. Mahmoud Abbas
“ We have accepted the principle of democracy and we are committed to respect the popular verdict and the result of that national consultation. Mahmoud Abbas
