The American role in reaching a comprehensive settlement was essential.

But Arab officials have said that will not be possible before a comprehensive settlement.

His goal was to press for an international conference soon to arrange a comprehensive settlement.

"It is our desire to reach a comprehensive settlement and to put this matter behind us," he said.

But we have never had such an extraordinary opportunity to reach a comprehensive settlement.

He also spoke of making a comprehensive settlement with Israel.

Second, a comprehensive settlement must address problems across the Balkans.

"At this point, therefore, a comprehensive settlement is not in sight."

"One track is not enough to reach a comprehensive settlement."

Major hurdles still stand in the way of a comprehensive settlement.