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You dont make peace with friends. You make it with very unsavory enemies
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"You don't make peace with friends. You make it with very unsavory enemies"

- Yitzhak Rabin

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This quote by Yitzhak Rabin speaks with the concept that peace is not something that can be attained through relationship and goodwill alone. It indicates that in order to make peace, one must want to negotiate and compromise with those who are not always friendly or acceptable. This indicates that in order to make peace, one should want to work with those who may have different values, beliefs, and interests. This quote likewise recommends that peace is not something that can be achieved through a single agreement or treaty, but rather through a series of settlements and compromises. It is a reminder that peace is a process that requires perseverance, understanding, and a willingness to deal with those who might not be easy to deal with. Ultimately, this quote works as a pointer that peace is not something that can be attained through friendship alone, however rather through effort and compromise with those who may not be the most pleasant to work with.

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Israel Flag This quote is written / told by Yitzhak Rabin between March 1, 1922 and November 4, 1995. He/she was a famous Statesman from Israel. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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