U.S. President Barack Obama has called on Israel to reverse an "undertow of isolation" and for its citizens to demand change from their leaders in order to secure peace.
Obama stressed in a speech on Thursday to university students at the International Convention Center in Jerusalem that Israel must make peace with the Palestinians if it is to ensure its survival and long-term viability as a homeland for the Jewish people. But he said the will of the people to achieve peace should be made known to the Israeli leadership.
"That is where peace begins – not just in the plans of leaders, but in the hearts of people; not just in a carefully designed process, but in the daily connections that take place among those who live together in this land, and in this sacred city of Jerusalem. "Speaking as a politician, I can promise you this: political leaders will not take risks if the people do not demand that they do. You must create the change that you want to see," Obama said.
Israelis must push leaders for peace, Obama says - World - CBC News
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