1.   As it is, only the Israeli delegates, albeit for compelling domestic reasons, are ready to negotiate earnestly.

2.   After two rounds of talks in the Egyptian resort of Taba, the teams had dinner in nearby Eilat, an Israeli resort where the Israeli delegates are staying.

3.   Amid hopes for a breakthrough, PLO and Israeli delegates resumed talks Tuesday on expanding Palestinian self-rule and drafting plans for Palestinian elections.

4.   Chief PLO negotiator Saeb Erekat had no comment as he entered negotiations Tuesday, and Israeli delegates did not appear before reporters.

5.   Despite pressure from Iran and some Arab countries, Israeli delegates were granted visas and allowed to attend the meetings.

6.   Israeli delegates also said the talks were constructive.

7.   Israeli delegates refused to comment.

8.   Israeli delegates to the committee did not participate in the inspection.

9.   Israeli delegates refused to speak to reporters.

10.   Israeli delegates to the committee did not participate.