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Soldiers stand at attention at Ben Gurion International Airport Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, as the arrival ceremonies welcoming President George W. Bush to Israel got under way. White House photo by Chris Greenberg

Soldiers stand at attention at Ben Gurion International Airport Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, as the arrival ceremonies welcoming President George W. Bush to Israel got under way. White House photo by Chris Greenberg

President Bush Visits Church of the Nativity

President Bush on Thursday said, "It's been a... moving moment for me and the delegation to be here at the Church of the Nativity. For those of us who practice the Christian faith, there's really no more holy site than the place where our Savior was born."
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President Bush and Palestinian Authority President Abbas Participate in Joint Press Availability

President Bush on Thursday said, "...There are some in the world who don't believe in the universality of freedom. I understand that. They say... freedom is okay for some of us, but maybe not all of us. I understand it, but I reject it. I believe in the universality of freedom. I believe, deep in the soul of every man, woman, and child on the face of this Earth is the desire to live in a free society. And I also believe free societies yield peace. And, therefore, this notion of two states living side by side in peace is based upon the universality of freedom, and if given a chance, the Palestinian people will work for freedom."
Fact sheet Middle East Trip
President Bush and Prime Minister Olmert Participate in Joint Press Availability

President Bush on Wednesday said, "In the rest of my trip I will be talking about the opportunity for Middle Eastern peace, and remind people in the neighborhood that if they truly want to see two states living side by side in peace, they have an obligation, Arab leaders have an obligation to recognize Israel's important contribution to peace and stability in the Middle East, and to encourage and support the Palestinians as they make tough choices. I'm an optimistic people -- people say, do you think it's possible during your presidency, and the answer is, I'm very hopeful and will work hard to that end.
Fact sheet Middle East Trip
President Bush Meets with Israeli President Peres

President Bush on Wednesday said, "I come with high hopes. And the role of the United States will be to foster a vision of peace. The role of the Israeli leadership and the Palestinian leadership is going to do the hard work necessary to define a vision. I thank you for your hospitality. I've really been looking forward to this trip, and it's such an honor to be in your presence, sir."
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President Bush Arrives in Jerusalem

President Bush on Wednesday said, "I look forward to my meetings with President Peres and Prime Minister Olmert. We will discuss our deep desire for security, for freedom, and for peace throughout the Middle East. I want to thank the people of Israel for their friendship and hospitality, and I appreciate the opportunity to visit your beautiful country once again."
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