December 15, 1992

Palestinian delegation presents counterproposal for joint agenda to Israeli delegation; announces willingness to draft joint statement of principles with Israel. (HaAretz 12/16 in FBIS 12/16)

Israeli border policeman kidnapped by Hamas 12/13 found dead near settlement of Kfar Adumim in W. Bank. Israel arrests 1,200 suspected Islamic activists (700 in W. Bank, 500 in Gaza Strip). (Qol Yisra'el 12/15 in FBIS 12/15; RMC, VOL 12/15 in FBIS 12/16; MM 12/16; NYT, WP 12/16)

National Association of Arab Americans and American Jewish Congress issue joint statement urging the Clinton admin. "to take an active role in helping to move the talks forward." (MM 12/16)