Hamas Roadblock to Peace

Over the weekend US Vice-President Dick Cheney stated that Hamas is trying to "torpedo" peace negotiations. Jeeze, what tipped him off? Was it the kidnapping of an Israeli soldier, firing thousands of rockets indiscriminately into Israel, the attack on the Jewish school, or the constant call for the destruction of Israel on Hamas' TV stations? Voice of America

U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney says Hamas, with support from Iran and Syria, is trying to hinder peace negotiations between Palestinians and Israelis.

Speaking to reporters in Jerusalem Monday, Cheney said there is evidence that Iran and Syria are supporting Hamas. He accused the two nations of doing everything they can to, in his words, "torpedo" the peace process.

Cheney spoke after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert for breakfast. The vice president is now in the Turkish capital, Ankara, for the last stop on his nine-day regional tour.