Former U.S. official recounts alleged three‑phase contract with Yasser Arafat and secret discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin about a ministerial appointment

Former U.S. official recounts alleged three‑phase contract with Yasser Arafat and secret discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin about a ministerial appointment The passage hints at a high‑level back‑channel deal involving a U.S. figure, Arafat, and Israeli leadership, suggesting possible influence‑peddling and political appointments. It provides names, dates, and a specific contract structure, which could be pursued for corroboration, but lacks concrete evidence of financial transactions or illegal activity, limiting its immediate investigative weight. Key insights: Speaker claims a three‑phase contract was signed with Yasser Arafat for property deals.; Alleged discussion with Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin about a cabinet post for the speaker, despite not being a Knesset member.; Reference to internal Israeli political turmoil (Arye Deri’s resignation, Uzi Baram’s temporary role).