V 0-- op- "In the current era, such cooperation is at least con- ceivable. This is one area where the United States can and should make a greater ef- fort to test the Gorbachev regime's intentions. Why not press the Soviets to bear down on the Syrians, the Libyans and the Iraqis concerning chemical weapons?" While the United States is studying the Soviet Union's newly expanded role in the Middle East, the administra- tion is exploring the future of Shamir's election plans. There are no illusions that the proposal will be easy to implement; the administra- tion is aware of the sen- sitivities involved. But they also recognize that once a diplomatic process gets off the ground — even slowly — there is no way of predic- ting where it will lead. They want to exploit the Shamir proposal, and in the process they hope to ease the tensions in the area as well. Although the intifada will continue, the United States would like to see some of the worst aspects of the uprising end as the election process moves forward. The Ross delegation has asked the Israelis for specific answers to a series of ques- tions on the elections, and since Shamir's visit Israeli ex- perts have been formulating responses, as urged by the Americans. U.S. officials believe that they will have a very good chance to conclude whether their prevailing positive assessment about Shamir's desire to get peace talks mov- ing is accurate during and im- mediately after the Ross visit to Jerusalem. Their attitude will be shaped by the nature of the Israeli replies to the U.S. questions. The Americans, of course, want to see some flexibility in Jerusalem; they want to be able to inform the Palesti- nians and other Arabs that Shamir is in fact serious about doing business with them. Ross, who is personally a strong advocate of close U.S.- Israeli strategic cooperation, was instructed to press for the right answers. For the time being, however, the ball is again in Israel's court. The assessment in the administration is that a flex- ible Israeli reply will be met by some PLO flexibility as well. And then the next step will take place. Michigan Bone and Joint and Rehabilitation Institute is pleased to announce it has moved to the new Beaumont Medical Building, West Bloomfield 6900 Orchard Lake Road, Suite 103 (313) 855-7400 Orthopaedic Surgery Martin L. Weissman, M.D. Kenneth W. Gitlin, M.D. Harry N. Herkowitz, M.D. Jerry Matlen, M.D. Thomas J. Ditkoff, M.D. Hand Surgery Thomas Magnell, M.D. Michael E. Pochron, M.D. Neurosurgery Stephen E. Boodin, M.D. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Ronald S. Taylor, M.D. Rheumatology (Arthritis) Jerold Shagrin, M.D. Neurology Raina Ernstoff, M.D. In cooperation with William Beaumont Hospital, a broad range of Physical Therapy services are now available at the new location, weekdays between 7-AM and 7-PM, and on Saturday from 8-AM until 2-PM. Call (313) 855-7411. Specializing In • Custom Bedrooms • Wall Units • Dining Rooms DESIGN IT INC. Keith Schare Designer Don't walk in pain! We take care of painful corns, bunions, callouses, diabetic foot, arthritis and hammer toes. House calls, transportation available at no extra charge. •Bloom aid Bloom • • Registered Electrologists • Come and let us remove your unwanted hair problem and improve your appearance. Near 12 Mile Rd. bet. Evergreen & Southfield 559-1969 Appt. Only. Ask For Shirlee or Debby FREE GIFT on First Visit DR. CRAIG BROD, DR, STEVEN SCHREIER FOOT SPECIALISTS 5755 W. Maple, Suite 111 West Bloomfield . We accept most insurance as full payment. No out of pocket expense to you. Call for an appointment. 855-FEET (855-3338) THE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS 35