U.S Position on Borders of a Future Palestinian State

The U.S. government has not taken a position on borders. While the discussions between the parties are confidential, we can state that the parties have not in any way prejudiced long held views on borders. A senior U.S. official who participated in the discussions denies that the Israeli side, led by chief negotiator Foreign Minister Livni, has been willing to negotiate concerning Jerusalem. The Secretary participated in the negotiations in a way that respected the Israeli position.