Camp David II (2000)

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The 2000 Camp David Summit, also known as Camp David II, was a pivotal meeting between U.S. President Bill Clinton, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak, and Palestinian Authority Chairman Yasser Arafat. It took place from July 11 to July 25, 2000, with the goal of achieving a final settlement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The summit addressed key issues such as the establishment of a Palestinian state, Israeli settlements, Jerusalem's status, Palestinian refugees, and border control. Despite these efforts, the summit ended without an agreement due to irreconcilable differences, particularly over Jerusalem's sovereignty. The failure of the summit was attributed to both sides' inability to compromise. Arafat was criticized for not presenting counter-proposals, while Barak's offers were seen as insufficient by the Palestinians. The summit's collapse contributed to the outbreak of the Second Intifada. Despite its failure, Camp David II laid groundwork for future negotiations by highlighting the complexities and challenges involved in resolving the conflict. The Clinton Parameters, introduced later, attempted to address these issues but were overshadowed by escalating violence. The summit remains a significant event in the peace process, emphasizing the need for more nuanced and inclusive negotiations.