Palestinian ministers acknowledged the reality when some spoke today of possibly dissolving that government.

The Palestinian minister is himself a symbol of renewal for his people.

To be a credible and responsible partner, the new Palestinian prime minister must hold a position of real authority.

We expect that such a Palestinian prime minister will be confirmed soon.

Orders to rescue the new Palestinian prime minister and the American "point man for peace."

Palestinian ministers denounced Israel's partial withdrawal of troops as a sham.

Earlier, a former Palestinian minister went inside to negotiate but emerged saying he had found no one.

President Bush last week said he would formally introduce the plan when a Palestinian prime minister with "real authority" was appointed.

"And the Palestinian prime minister needs to have the commitment, the authority and the resources to do that effectively."

And that will be determined by whether she believes that the Palestinian prime minister can deliver.