Arab-Israeli conflicts
Demonstrations against Israel's assault on Gaza have been met with suppression in the occupied West Bank, where President Abbas's Fatah movement rules. Despite Abbas's efforts to persuade Palestinians that moderation pays, his government's handling of dissent has fueled growing criticism. In recent
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Israel's ground troops are actively moving into the most densely populated parts of the Palestinian area, while the death toll on the Palestinian side has now surpassed 900, with nearly half being civilians. Israel has lost 13 soldiers, 10 of whom were killed in action. Despite increasing international
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As Israel's military operations continue in the Gaza Strip, UNRWA officials are racing against time to deliver aid to the besieged population. In a series of interviews, UNRWA spokesman Johan Eriksson described the dire situation in Gaza, where most residents lack electricity and running water, and access to
Arab-Israeli conflicts
The Bush administration has come out in strong support of Israel's assault on Hamas, despite growing international calls for a cease-fire, according to a recent report. As President-elect Barack Obama prepares to take the reins, the Israeli military action against Hamas has sparked concerns about whether Obama'
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As Israeli warplanes continue to pound the Gaza Strip, killing hundreds and wounding thousands, the Israeli government is considering a 48-hour cease-fire with Hamas, a move that could bring temporary peace to the besieged coastal strip. The proposal, which was first floated by French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner and Israeli
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The Israeli operation in Gaza has escalated into a full-fledged conflict, leaving a trail of destruction and death. According to Professor Shibley Telhami of the University of Maryland and the Brookings Institution, the impact of this operation on Hamas will be significant. Telhami believes that the Israeli objectives go beyond
