And the problem is not just that we're moving to final status talks on Jerusalem.

The debates about separation are laying the groundwork for Israel's positions in the final status talk.

In general, the closer Israel approaches "final status" talks with the Palestinians, the greater the gap.

But he added: "I don't think the decision will be an obstacle for the status talks."

There was also a timetable for final status talks to deal with Jerusalem, borders, refugees and settlements.

It is designed to create confidence, leading to final status talks.

The Palestinians have raised the settlement issue as one of their key concerns as final status talks opened this week.

But the final status talks are really the most important we have to face.

The ultimate disposition of Palestinian refugees has been left for the final status talks, which have not yet begun.

Final status talks will start before the transitional period begins.