I know everyone saw the pictures coming out of Israel as we took this courageous step. I think we need some time now to be among ourselves. What will happen now with the Sharon government needs international backing and help.

A process that the Israel government ... took upon itself in order to extend our hand in peace to the Palestinians. This is what Israel is willing to do in order to live in peace with the Palestinians.

The Israelis are making a statement that Israel has its own ways and means of defending itself.

This visit is very important to us, ... Many celebrities have come to Israel, and we take very good care of our visitors.

What we saw tonight in Tel Aviv was the Palestinian response to the Mitchell report,

Instead of being happy and celebrating the Israeli departure from Gaza, they are whining and crying, ... This will not help them build a future Palestinian state. What will the Israelis say if they are asked to make any more sacrifices? I don't know, but they may think it's not worth it if this is the result.