[SJackson]

hobbes1: Actually, We should let Jerusalem be split, and make it the Capital of both Palestine, and Israel, and force the UN to move there, coupled with the Embassies of all Nations. two per nation, one for each half of the city.

Essentially that's similar to the original UN idea. Consistantly rejected by the entire Arab world for nearly six decades. The Vatican even gave up on it when they recognized Israel in the 1990's. IMO, it's time to give up that idea.

Bella_Bru:Yeah, and the UN would peobably keep Jews away from the Kotel if you did that. NOt a great idea.

Based on other UN activities in the region, I doubt Jews would be allowed close enough to look at it.

[Bella_Bru]

Based on other UN activities in the region, I doubt Jews would be allowed close enough to look at it.

Sadly, I think you are right.

[hobbes1]

Geez...No not like in Res.181. The UN Should have no authority of its own Bathrooms let alone Jerusalem. But It should be there, instead of in Manhattan.

Remember, Arab diplomats make up a substantial proportion of that body. Then you get to step B, Building 2 embassies for every member nation, near and around Holy sites.

It makes those that support the current Palestine regime, have a very personal stake in the security and peace of the area. (Not to mention that that kind of project develops a commerce structure of its own, bringing Capital, and improved standards of living to the area....etc...)



(Sort of like merging a modern version of DC, with the Holy sites as hallowed ground.....)