ladies have just logged on again, what a fantastic thread, thanks Cuppy, I can honestly say I believe this to be the best topic/ debate I have ever seen on the forum, and I am amazed as this is probably potentially the most inflamatory topic I think that could ever be posted on here. Everyone has been reasoned and logical in making their posts. I will add, that sadly I do not believe I will see the solution in my lifetime, and probably neither will my children, because even if Isreal/Palestine agree to accept a 2 state solution in principal,I can't forsee a time when there will ever be an agreement over the Dome of the Rock at Temple Mount in Jerusalem. This I feel will always be the stumbling point, and as a lot of places in this area are important to Christians as well, let's just hope they never get involved as well. If you have a look at this link it shows how intertwined the sacred sites are to both sides.