Israeli settlements harm peace talks - Al Jazeera 15 Jun 08

Israeli settlements harm peace talks - Al Jazeera - 15 Jun 08:

"It is a move that has enraged Palestinians and now it has drawn strong criticism from Washington.

As Condoleeza Rice arrives in the region for a visit, the issue of Israeli settlements is threatening to cause a rift between the two countries.

Since the Annapolis conference in November, Israel has approved the construction of 7974 new homes.

Dan Nolan reports."