Ronald Reagan: “The friendship between our two peoples is a long and a close one.”

The objective of the United States remains, as always, a comprehensive peace in the Middle East.

We understood the key to prosperity was low-inflationary growth, and we achieved it.

We must and will dedicate ourselves as a Nation to continue this effort, and to stand in solidarity with those who resist, until the blessings of democracy, freedom, and respect for human dignity are assured throughout the world.

The Palestinian Liberation Organization must live up to its statements.