We're here waiting, either to sign, or to leave if the Israelis leave,

The Israelis and some Westerners are trying to delete Arafat from our memory, but he will remain alive in our hearts,

a milestone in the building of a Palestinian state.

The security issues were settled between American and Palestinian officials,

It will be a dangerous step. Very unjustified. I am appealing to Mr. Netanyahu to remain here to continue discussions and to sign a treaty as soon as possible.

[Palestinian officials said implementation of a cease-fire would take time.] It is a gradual process that will take some days, ... I hope the government of Israel will give this ... declaration of Chairman Arafat a chance to carry on and succeed.