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April 29, 2014

Kerry Apologizes for Israeli "Apartheid" Remarks 
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Secretary of State John Kerry has apologized for saying Israel could
become "an apartheid state" if it does not reach a two-state solution
with Palestinians. Kerry made the remarks Friday at a closed-door
meeting, a recording of which was obtained by The Daily Beast. Kerry's
remarks sparked condemnation both from supporters of Israel and from
Palestinians, who say Israel already is an apartheid state. Republican
Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas called for Kerry to resign over the comments.

Sen. Ted Cruz: "Mr. President, sadly, it is my belief that Secretary
Kerry has proven himself unsuitable for the position he holds, and
therefore, before any further harm is done to our national security
interests and to our critical alliance with the nation of Israel, that
John Kerry should offer President Obama his resignation and the
president should accept it."

In a statement Monday, Kerry said "apartheid" is "a word best left out
of the debate here at home."

 

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