They say Israel needs to freeze all settlement construction in the occupied lands, including in east Jerusalem.

Israel rejects such "preconditions".

Israeli Regional Development Minister Silvan Shalom told army radio that easing some restrictions on Palestinians' daily lives did not constitute bowing to preconditions.

"I think that in the framework of opening negotiations, if we carry out what is known as confidence-building measures which do not endanger security, such things have always been possible as part of a larger context," he said.

"If it is the judgment of security officials that such a thing does not damage security, then of course we have the possibility to do that."

About the broadcaster:

Lance Crayon is a videographer and editor with China Daily. Since living in Beijing he has worked for China Radio International (CRI) and Global Times. Before moving to China he worked in the film industry in Los Angeles as a talent agent and producer. He has a B.A. in English from the University of Texas at Arlington.

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