Report: Abbas to propose peace talks after UN vote ATFP World Press Roundup Article from Ma'an News Agency October 10, 2012 - 12:00am NEW YORK (Ma'an) -- President Abbas told European diplomats on Tuesday that he will resume peace talks with Israel after a UN vote on the Palestinian request for non-member status in the world body, The Associated Press reported. Abbas believes that a freeze on illegal settlement building may not be necessary to engage in talks if the UN recognizes a Palestinian state which includes all of the West Bank, AP reported. » Read more