Middle East: Mind Your Language

Letter from America by Alistair Cooke

Alistair Cooke examines the historical roots of US involvement in the conflict between Isreal and the Palestinians and why, when it comes to treaties, even the smallest words count.

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Fri 12 Apr 200221:00
BBC Radio 4

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