ANOTHER DAY OF CRISIS IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Israel Bombs Hezbollah Leader's Beirut Home
Israel destroyed the home and office of Hezbollah's leader Friday and tightened its seal on Lebanon, blasting its air and road links to the outside world to punish the guerrilla group _ and with it, the country _ for the capture of two Israeli soldiers.
IDF confirms warship hit by explosive-laden UAV
A Hizbullah strike on an IDF warship off the Lebanese coast damaged the ship severely, The IDF confirmed to The Jerusalem Post late Friday.
Nasrallah says ready for 'open war' with Israel
Hizbullah leader Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah said on Friday evening that his group is ready for "open war" with Israel and warned that an Israeli warship operating off southern Beirut will be destroyed.
US Senator urges restraint on Israel support
A leading Senate Republican on Friday urged US restraint from supporting Israel's military campaign against Hizbullah, citing the problems it may cause in the war in Iraq and efforts to disarm Iran.
First Half of 2006 Is Warmest on Record
The government reported Friday that the average temperature for the 48 contiguous United States from January through June was 51.8 degrees Fahrenheit, or 3.4 degrees above average for the 20th century.
Chirac to call for united approach to global warming at G8 summit
French President Jacques Chirac reportedly said he would call for shared responsibility in dealing with global warming and other urgent issues at this weekend's G8 summit.
IAF attacks Hizbullah radio station in s. Beirut
IDF warplanes renewed attacks on the southern Beirut suburb of Dahiya Friday, targeting a radio station belonging to the Hizbullah terror organization, Hizbullah said.
Palestinians Stream in Through Egypt
Hundreds of people poured into the Gaza Strip from Egypt on Friday after Palestinians blew a hole in the border wall separating the two places, an Associated Press reporter at the scene said.
IDF bombs Hizbullah anti-aircraft base
The IDF continued its bombardment of southern Lebanon on Friday afternoon, bombing two bridges over the Hazharani river as well as a Hizbullah anti-aircraft missile base and a fuel depot in Talusia.
Oil soars to record $78 on Mideast conflict
Oil surged to record highs above $78 on Friday on fears that conflict between Israel and Hizbollah guerrillas could escalate and spread to more Middle East countries.
Hezbollah renews rocket fire, hits residential building in Safed
In the latest spate of rocket attacks on Israel by Hezbollah, two people were moderately hurt and eight sustained light injuries after a Katyusha rocket hit a residential building in Safed on Friday afternoon.
Olmert to Annan: Operation will end after Hezbollah is disarmed
Israel will not end its military operation in Lebanon until the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1559, which calls for disarming Hezbollah and deploying the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert told UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Friday.
Fire breaks out as Kassam lands in western Negev
A field of thorns burst into flames Friday when a Kassam rocket, launched from the northern Gaza Strip, landed in open territory in the western Negev.
Defense Minister: Campaign could last a long time
Defense Minister Amir Peretz said on Friday that the current crisis along the northern border might last a long time. He noted the resilience of the Israeli society, saying that the Israeli endurance was very significant.
Finland's FM: Syria could get involved in Lebanon
Finland's Foreign Minister expressed concern on Friday that Syria was likely to join the fray between the IDF and Hizbullah forces in Lebanon.
EU fears Lebanon offensive may draw in Syria
The European Union said Friday it was concerned Israel's offensive in Lebanon may spread, drawing Syria into the fighting.
3 killed, more than 50 wounded in IAF raid
Three people were killed and 55 wounded in overnight IAF air strikes against the Lebanese capital's southern suburbs where Hizbullah has its strongholds, police said Friday.
Vatican condemns Israel for attacks on Lebanon
The Vatican on Friday strongly deplored Israel's strikes on Lebanon, saying they were "an attack" on a sovereign and free nation.
Israelis Tighten Their Grip on Lebanon
Israel tightened its seal on Lebanon, blasting its air and road links to the outside world and bringing its offensive to the capital for the first time Friday to punish Hezbollah _ and with it, the country _ for the capture of two Israeli soldiers.
Three Katyusha rockets strike Kiryat Shmona
Three Katyusha rockets landed in Kiryat Shmona, the city's municipality reported on Friday afternoon. No injuries were reported.
Ahmadinejad: Israel would not dare to move against Iran
Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Friday that Israel, which has struck at Lebanon in its search for two soldiers abducted by Hezbollah earlier this week, would not dare to move against the Islamic republic, state television reported.
Storm forces evacuation of 250,000
CHINA has evacuated a quarter of a million people in the path of a severe tropical storm bearing down on its south-eastern coast, state media said today.
Syria says tells Hizbollah: stop rocketing Israel
Syria is telling Lebanon's Hizbollah movement to stop firing rockets at Israel in a conflict sparked by the capture of two Israeli soldiers, Syria's ambassador to London said on Friday.
Calif. Officials Fear Fires Could Merge
Firefighters battling a massive wildfire burning on the edge of the San Bernardino National Forest were preparing for the possibility that the blaze could join another wildfire and become even more difficult to control.
Senate denies funds for new border fence
Less than two months after voting overwhelmingly to build 370 miles of new fencing along the border with Mexico, the Senate yesterday voted against providing funds to build it.
Bomb kills 7 at Baghdad Sunni mosque-police
A bomb planted in the street killed at least seven people and wounded five as they left a Sunni mosque in northern Baghdad after Friday prayers, police said.
Bush Urges Single Voice From G-8 Leaders
President Bush brought a straightforward message Friday to Russian leader Vladimir Putin and world leaders gathering for a weekend summit: when possible, speak with a single voice in combating crises such as the flare-up in the Middle East.
Mideast Crisis, Iran, North Korea Overwhelm G-8 Leaders' Agenda
The escalating Middle East crisis and disputes over Iran's and North Korea's nuclear ambitions are likely to overwhelm the official agenda when leaders of the Group of Eight nations meet tomorrow in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Only a peace accord between Israel and all the Arab states will end the violence
Once more the inherent instability of the Middle East has been violently revealed by the military attack on Israel from Lebanese territory, which is viewed in Israel as a declaration of war on Israel by the Lebanese State itself. "It is not a terrorist attack," Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert insisted, "it is a military attack by one State - Lebanon - on another: Israel."
'Moonie' archbishop rocks Vatican
An African archbishop who scandalised the Catholic Church with a 'Moonie' marriage before returning to the fold looks set to shock the Vatican again.
Olmert to Annan: Operation will end after Hezbollah is disarmed
Israel will not end its military operation in Lebanon until the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1559, which calls for disarming Hezbollah and deploying the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert told UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Friday.
Israeli jets hit Palestinian fighters in Lebanon
Israeli jets bombed a base for pro-Syrian Palestinian guerrillas in eastern Lebanon on Friday, security sources said.
Israel considers Emergency Government
Political sources say the prime minister has not made it clear if he will ask Benjamin Netanyahu and Avigdor Lieberman to join, but may do so if the situation worsens.
3 killed, more than 50 wounded in IAF raid
Three people were killed and 55 wounded in overnight IAF air strikes against the Lebanese capital's southern suburbs where Hizbullah has its strongholds, police said Friday.
Israel crisis hits world markets
Growing international tension over Israel's offensive in Lebanon has sent world markets tumbling as oil prices crept towards $77 (£42) a barrel.
Arab Firebomb Attack in Gush Etzion
Arab terrorists threw two firebombs at Israeli vehicles traveling on Highway 60 neat Efrat in Gush Etzion Thursday night. No one was injured and no damage was reported.
Ambassador Avalon: Iran, Syria 'Playing with Fire'
Danny Ayalon, Israel's Ambassador to the United States, charged that Iran and Syria are "playing with fire" by coordinating attacks in northern and southern Israel.
IAF strikes Hamas office in the Gaza Strip
The IAF struck overnight Thursday an office in the Gaza Strip that was used by a Hamas official. Palestinian sources reported that one person was wounded in the attack.
Officials to meet on economic effects of crisis
Finance Minister Avraham Hirchson, Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer, and members of the cabinet were scheduled to hold a special session Friday on the possible economic ramifications of an escalation in the crisis in the north.
Israel destroyed the home and office of Hezbollah's leader Friday and tightened its seal on Lebanon, blasting its air and road links to the outside world to punish the guerrilla group _ and with it, the country _ for the capture of two Israeli soldiers.
IDF confirms warship hit by explosive-laden UAV
A Hizbullah strike on an IDF warship off the Lebanese coast damaged the ship severely, The IDF confirmed to The Jerusalem Post late Friday.
Nasrallah says ready for 'open war' with Israel
Hizbullah leader Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah said on Friday evening that his group is ready for "open war" with Israel and warned that an Israeli warship operating off southern Beirut will be destroyed.
US Senator urges restraint on Israel support
A leading Senate Republican on Friday urged US restraint from supporting Israel's military campaign against Hizbullah, citing the problems it may cause in the war in Iraq and efforts to disarm Iran.
First Half of 2006 Is Warmest on Record
The government reported Friday that the average temperature for the 48 contiguous United States from January through June was 51.8 degrees Fahrenheit, or 3.4 degrees above average for the 20th century.
Chirac to call for united approach to global warming at G8 summit
French President Jacques Chirac reportedly said he would call for shared responsibility in dealing with global warming and other urgent issues at this weekend's G8 summit.
IAF attacks Hizbullah radio station in s. Beirut
IDF warplanes renewed attacks on the southern Beirut suburb of Dahiya Friday, targeting a radio station belonging to the Hizbullah terror organization, Hizbullah said.
Palestinians Stream in Through Egypt
Hundreds of people poured into the Gaza Strip from Egypt on Friday after Palestinians blew a hole in the border wall separating the two places, an Associated Press reporter at the scene said.
IDF bombs Hizbullah anti-aircraft base
The IDF continued its bombardment of southern Lebanon on Friday afternoon, bombing two bridges over the Hazharani river as well as a Hizbullah anti-aircraft missile base and a fuel depot in Talusia.
Oil soars to record $78 on Mideast conflict
Oil surged to record highs above $78 on Friday on fears that conflict between Israel and Hizbollah guerrillas could escalate and spread to more Middle East countries.
Hezbollah renews rocket fire, hits residential building in Safed
In the latest spate of rocket attacks on Israel by Hezbollah, two people were moderately hurt and eight sustained light injuries after a Katyusha rocket hit a residential building in Safed on Friday afternoon.
Olmert to Annan: Operation will end after Hezbollah is disarmed
Israel will not end its military operation in Lebanon until the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1559, which calls for disarming Hezbollah and deploying the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert told UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Friday.
Fire breaks out as Kassam lands in western Negev
A field of thorns burst into flames Friday when a Kassam rocket, launched from the northern Gaza Strip, landed in open territory in the western Negev.
Defense Minister: Campaign could last a long time
Defense Minister Amir Peretz said on Friday that the current crisis along the northern border might last a long time. He noted the resilience of the Israeli society, saying that the Israeli endurance was very significant.
Finland's FM: Syria could get involved in Lebanon
Finland's Foreign Minister expressed concern on Friday that Syria was likely to join the fray between the IDF and Hizbullah forces in Lebanon.
EU fears Lebanon offensive may draw in Syria
The European Union said Friday it was concerned Israel's offensive in Lebanon may spread, drawing Syria into the fighting.
3 killed, more than 50 wounded in IAF raid
Three people were killed and 55 wounded in overnight IAF air strikes against the Lebanese capital's southern suburbs where Hizbullah has its strongholds, police said Friday.
Vatican condemns Israel for attacks on Lebanon
The Vatican on Friday strongly deplored Israel's strikes on Lebanon, saying they were "an attack" on a sovereign and free nation.
Israelis Tighten Their Grip on Lebanon
Israel tightened its seal on Lebanon, blasting its air and road links to the outside world and bringing its offensive to the capital for the first time Friday to punish Hezbollah _ and with it, the country _ for the capture of two Israeli soldiers.
Three Katyusha rockets strike Kiryat Shmona
Three Katyusha rockets landed in Kiryat Shmona, the city's municipality reported on Friday afternoon. No injuries were reported.
Ahmadinejad: Israel would not dare to move against Iran
Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Friday that Israel, which has struck at Lebanon in its search for two soldiers abducted by Hezbollah earlier this week, would not dare to move against the Islamic republic, state television reported.
Storm forces evacuation of 250,000
CHINA has evacuated a quarter of a million people in the path of a severe tropical storm bearing down on its south-eastern coast, state media said today.
Syria says tells Hizbollah: stop rocketing Israel
Syria is telling Lebanon's Hizbollah movement to stop firing rockets at Israel in a conflict sparked by the capture of two Israeli soldiers, Syria's ambassador to London said on Friday.
Calif. Officials Fear Fires Could Merge
Firefighters battling a massive wildfire burning on the edge of the San Bernardino National Forest were preparing for the possibility that the blaze could join another wildfire and become even more difficult to control.
Senate denies funds for new border fence
Less than two months after voting overwhelmingly to build 370 miles of new fencing along the border with Mexico, the Senate yesterday voted against providing funds to build it.
Bomb kills 7 at Baghdad Sunni mosque-police
A bomb planted in the street killed at least seven people and wounded five as they left a Sunni mosque in northern Baghdad after Friday prayers, police said.
Bush Urges Single Voice From G-8 Leaders
President Bush brought a straightforward message Friday to Russian leader Vladimir Putin and world leaders gathering for a weekend summit: when possible, speak with a single voice in combating crises such as the flare-up in the Middle East.
Mideast Crisis, Iran, North Korea Overwhelm G-8 Leaders' Agenda
The escalating Middle East crisis and disputes over Iran's and North Korea's nuclear ambitions are likely to overwhelm the official agenda when leaders of the Group of Eight nations meet tomorrow in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Only a peace accord between Israel and all the Arab states will end the violence
Once more the inherent instability of the Middle East has been violently revealed by the military attack on Israel from Lebanese territory, which is viewed in Israel as a declaration of war on Israel by the Lebanese State itself. "It is not a terrorist attack," Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert insisted, "it is a military attack by one State - Lebanon - on another: Israel."
'Moonie' archbishop rocks Vatican
An African archbishop who scandalised the Catholic Church with a 'Moonie' marriage before returning to the fold looks set to shock the Vatican again.
Olmert to Annan: Operation will end after Hezbollah is disarmed
Israel will not end its military operation in Lebanon until the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1559, which calls for disarming Hezbollah and deploying the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert told UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Friday.
Israeli jets hit Palestinian fighters in Lebanon
Israeli jets bombed a base for pro-Syrian Palestinian guerrillas in eastern Lebanon on Friday, security sources said.
Israel considers Emergency Government
Political sources say the prime minister has not made it clear if he will ask Benjamin Netanyahu and Avigdor Lieberman to join, but may do so if the situation worsens.
3 killed, more than 50 wounded in IAF raid
Three people were killed and 55 wounded in overnight IAF air strikes against the Lebanese capital's southern suburbs where Hizbullah has its strongholds, police said Friday.
Israel crisis hits world markets
Growing international tension over Israel's offensive in Lebanon has sent world markets tumbling as oil prices crept towards $77 (£42) a barrel.
Arab Firebomb Attack in Gush Etzion
Arab terrorists threw two firebombs at Israeli vehicles traveling on Highway 60 neat Efrat in Gush Etzion Thursday night. No one was injured and no damage was reported.
Ambassador Avalon: Iran, Syria 'Playing with Fire'
Danny Ayalon, Israel's Ambassador to the United States, charged that Iran and Syria are "playing with fire" by coordinating attacks in northern and southern Israel.
IAF strikes Hamas office in the Gaza Strip
The IAF struck overnight Thursday an office in the Gaza Strip that was used by a Hamas official. Palestinian sources reported that one person was wounded in the attack.
Officials to meet on economic effects of crisis
Finance Minister Avraham Hirchson, Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer, and members of the cabinet were scheduled to hold a special session Friday on the possible economic ramifications of an escalation in the crisis in the north.
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