and the palestinians. what has changed the event of the past month have shed light on a critical aspect of israeli palestinian problem. it is important that we do not miss the opportunity here at the united nations to bring attention to it. the aspect i will address is the single most critical element to achieving peace. the indispensable elements is leaders who have the will to do what is needed to achieve piece. real peace rares leader who are willing to step forward, acknowledge hard truths and make compromises. it requires leaders who look to the future rather than dwell on past resentments. above all, such leaders require courage. egyptian president was such a leader, 40 years ago, he did an exceptional thing. egypt and israel was still in state of war. sadat led egypt in war with israel. sadat made the decision to pursue peace. when he made that decision, he went to jerusalem and delivered a speech before the israelis. that he went to the it was