Israel Ready for Any “Whisper of Peace”

In an apparent gesture to Syria, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert said Thursday he is open to “any whisper of peace” from Israel’s enemies.

Syria has recently signaled it would like to reopen peace talks with Israel, which broke down seven years ago. Olmert has rejected the offers, citing Syria’s support for anti-Israel militant groups in Lebanon and the Palestinian areas.

In a speech to graduates of an air force pilot’s course, Olmert indicated he is softening his opposition.

“The state of Israel is open to any whisper of peace from our neighbors and across our borders,” he said.

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