Bush pushes peace, says U.S. "best friend" to Israel

                   
reuters.com     May 15, 2008            

By Matt Spetalnick and Tabassum Zakaria JERUSALEM (Reuters) - An emotional President George W. Bush pledged that America would remain "Israel's best friend in the world" on Wednesday during a celebratory visit to Jerusalem to mark the 60th anniversary of the Jewish state. His host, Israeli Prime... [read full story]                    

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Israel's ‘doom’ could also be Europe's

freerepublic.com     May 13, 2008          

Almost everywhere I went last week — TV, radio, speeches — I was asked about the 60th anniversary of the Israeli state. I don't recall being asked about Israel quite so much on its 50th anniversary, which, as a general rule, is a much bigger deal than the 60th. But these days friends and enemies...                    

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Israel at 60 - An Ongoing Conversation

peacenowconversation.org     May 13, 2008          

Perhaps it was because of the heightened awareness of Israel during the week of its 60th anniversary celebration. Twice in one week? Last night, at a reception, a friend approached me. “I’m having a very hard time with Israel,” she said out of nowhere. “Ben [her husband] says ...                    

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Israel's anniversary sparks fight on lessons

detnews.com     May 13, 2008          

The Detroit News couldn't resist the temptation to include the Arab perspective on Israel's anniversary ("Israel's 60th anniversary marks hopes fulfilled, lost," May 8). What other country has to constantly justify its very existence? ... When The News reports on...                    

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Israel, celebrating 60th anniversary, has achieved much

democratandchronicle.com     May 13, 2008          

As a nation, Israel has overcome great obstacles during its 60 years. ... The young nation has prospered in the face of great odds Moshe Spector, the gregarious mayor of Israel's growing city of Modi'in, hesitated Monday when asked if it were colder in Israel today than...                    

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Security tight in Israel ahead of Bush's visit

sabcnews.com     May 13, 2008          

Peroshni Govender Israel has imposed a closure on the West Bank and Gaza Strip ahead of a visit by US President George W Bush. Israel has sealed off the Palestinian Territories as it prepares to receive several high profile dignitaries including Bush. The US President is in Israel for its 60th...                    

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Bush delivers a message of hope to Israelis

abc4.com     May 15, 2008          

JERUSALEM (AP) - President Bush told Israelis that some day, every child in the Middle East will live in peace and freedom. Bush spoke at a ceremony in Jerusalem at which he was clearly moved after receiving praise and a raucous ovation. He's there to mark Israel's 60th anniversary. The president...                    

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U.S. president arrives in Israel for three-day visit

people.com.cn     May 14, 2008          

U.S. President George W. Bush arrived in Israel on Wednesday, starting his three-day visit to the Jewish state on the occasion of its 60th anniversary. The U.S. president was greeted at Ben-Gurion international airport by the Israeli leadership, including Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, President...                    

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Bush puts optimistic face on fading peace hopes in Mideast

signonsandiego.com     May 15, 2008          

President Bush put an optimistic face on fading hopes for Mideast peace Wednesday, declaring that Israel's 60-year triumph over war and tragedy shows democracy can succeed everywhere. But Bush's upbeat message was marred by rocket fire from Gaza and threats of heavy retaliation by Israel.                    

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U.S. president vows to continue support for Israel

people.com.cn     May 15, 2008          

U.S. President George W. Bush on Wednesday vowed to continue support for Israel, which is "the strongest ally and friend" of the United States in the Middle East. Bush, who arrived in Israel earlier Wednesday on the occasion of the Jewish state's 60th anniversary, made the remarks during a...                    

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President Bush Visits Jerusalem

whitehouse.gov     May 14, 2008          

President Bush on Wednesday said, "With every passing year, the bonds of friendship between America and Israel have grown stronger. America stands for peace, and so does Israel. And as we stand in peace, we must understand the realities of the world in which we live. We must be steadfast, and we...                    

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