Zalman Shoval, Sharon\'s diplomatic advisor, told Arutz-7 today that Powell\'s visit was \"successful - and this was manifest in his remarks both in public and private. He understands that before any talks can resume, there must be a total cessation of violence. The new Administration reflects a better understanding of Israel\'s needs than the previous, and Powell will tell Arafat that the ball is in his court… We will not suffice with nice statements in front of foreign leaders or press - statements which have nothing behind them. We demand clear instructions from Arafat to stop the violence, and a stop to incitement that has increased over the past months. We are talking about a package of concrete steps, without which we cannot make progress neither economically nor diplomatically.\" When asked what will happen if Arafat does not accede to these demands, Shoval said, \"Well, the Palestinian people will suffer, as they have for many years, and the responsibility will be upon him. And if he expects American support for his goals, he will not get it...\"