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-10- be in a hurry to ask them about that. The important thing is to get the Egyptians first and then the Syrians. They never make a concession until five minutes before midnight. If progress is made in the talks, they will want to be a part of it. Then if we say they can be a part only by extending UNDOF, it is likely to be o.k.. I think we can barely make it in November. However, next June is going to be a nightmare. That will be the make-or-break situation.

SECRETARY GENERAL (on taking leave): Will Mrs. Ford be joining you in New York?

THE PRESIDENT: I have not spoken about it to her yet. If she is not otherwise engaged, I think she might like to come up.

SECRETARY GENERAL: If she does, I know my wife would be pleased to give a lunch in her honor at our residence.

THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. I will let you know.