Many diplomats say that discussion of settlements may not accelerate until after the Gaza withdrawal.

But the party, which has already split, was expected to quit the government before a Gaza withdrawal in any event.

The cabinet already has approved the Gaza withdrawal in principle.

The speech was largely devoted to the Gaza withdrawal.

His comments reflect the divisive nature of the planned Gaza withdrawal.

And Labor wanted to remind him that its support is largely limited to the Gaza withdrawal.

So far, the Gaza withdrawal is shaping up to be every bit as emotional as everyone predicted.

It has said it would consider leaving the government if no progress were made toward a Gaza withdrawal.

The political right opposed the Gaza withdrawal and has vowed to make no more such moves.

For Israel, by far the major concern in the Gaza withdrawal is security.