    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1996, Book I)]
    [March 3, 1996]
    [Page 353]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Terrorist Attack in Israel
    March 3, 1996

        Once again, Americans join with the nation of Israel in their grief.
    On their behalf, I extend to Prime Minister Peres and to all his people
    our heartfelt condolence. We share your anguish and anger at this
    terrorist crime.
        Those responsible again have shown the world that they are
    determined to stop the cause of peace through the brutal murder of
    Israeli citizens. But there must be no misunderstanding: The Palestinian
    people and their leaders, as well as the promise of peace itself, will
    be the true victims if those responsible are not stopped.
        It is imperative that everything possible be done to help ensure
    that these tragic scenes are not repeated. Peacemakers must be as
    resolute as are the destroyers of peace in taking action now to confront
    this terror. To Prime Minister Peres and Chairman Arafat, I pledge that
    the United States will stand with you and with all those--Israelis and
    Palestinians--who support peace as you take up this challenge.