Sharon: The Palestinian state is a reality

The Israeli Prime minister Ariel Sharon approved that the foundation of the Palestinian state constitutes "an actual reality," showing readiness to convene a peace agreement with the Palestinians.

Replying to a question raised by the special Israeli second TV channel on whether the Palestinian state is a reality, Sharon said "yes," noting that "all" the components of the state are there. There is a President, a government and ministers." He added "we will, by the ultimate end reach an agreement and peace because this will be the real answer to the economic condition of Israel."