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President Obama says Israeli and Palestinian leaders believe they can reach a Middle East peace deal within a year. He has urged both sides to seize a moment for change that he said may not come again. Mr. Obama said the goal of negotiations is a 2-state plan that secures the rights of both Israeli and Palestinians. This goal includes ending the occupation of Palestinian territories that began in 1967. It also includes plans for a future Palestinian state. Mr. Obama spoke at the White House. On Thursday, a new series of direct talks between Israel and the Palestinians begins. Also Wednesday, suspected Palestinian gunmen near the city of Ramallah wounded 2 Israelis driving in the West Bank.
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