#tellusatoday: Religion roadblock to Mideast peace

We asked on Twitter: What do you think the prospects are for peace between Israel and Palestine? Comments are edited for clarity and grammar:

If the Palestinians put down their arms, stop preaching hate and instead preach tolerance, there will be peace.

-- @TheWeatherman26

Given that both sides are fighting for heartfelt religious beliefs, very slim chance for peace.

-- @ethansummers

Unfortunately, Israel is surrounded by terrorists and countries that sponsor terror. Therefore, no long-term peace is possible.

-- @Dima_Charlie

After thousands of years, it will never happen until all Jews and Muslims leave Earth or until religions are forced underground.

-- @jt1945

The two states can achieve peace. This requires putting aside religious ends, especially religious extremist paramilitary groups.

-- @xvillalba1

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