A: are you watching another news report about the war?
B: yes. The two sides declared a short ceasefire but it broke down earlier today. Several military target were destroyed by bombing. Many civilians were among the dead and wounded.
A: how did this war start?
B: bout side claim a small area of territory. Both sides tried to build border fences and began attacking each other.
A: politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent. Neither side wants to compromise.
B: relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter. Several European countries have agreed to send aid, but are afraid that their planes will be shot down.
A: what do you think will happen?
B: both countries are very poor. Soon they will run out of money to finance the war. Then, perhaps, they will negotiate.
A; it would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first.
