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Democrats Challenge Bush on Iraq Bill
WASHINGTON -- A historic veto showdown assured, Democratic leaders agreed Monday on legislation that requires the first U.S. combat troops to be withdrawn from Iraq by Oct. 1 with a goal of a complete pullout six months later.
The Washington Post Mon, 23 Apr 2007 19:13:53 EDT
Multi-faith appeal for Johnston
A multi-faith service has been held in London to call for the safe return of the BBC's Alan Johnston.
BBC Mon, 23 Apr 2007 19:51:26 GMT
New U.S. Envoy to Iraq Expresses Optimism at Iraqi Determination
The new U.S. ambassador to Iraq, Ryan Crocker, expresses optimism at the attitude of Iraqi citizens he has encountered during his first weeks in Baghdad, and he urges them to remain patient as the new security plan is implemented. "As I have been around talking to Iraqis in my first weeks here, I have found a real sense of determination to find a way through these problems into an atmosphere of stability, security and reconciliation," he tells Al-Iraqiya television. "I was very impressed, for example, after the bombing at the Council of Representatives last week that the representatives came together, determined that they would hold a session the next day, and they did, denouncing these acts of violence."
USINFO.STATE.GOV Mon, 23 Apr 2007 18:46:58 -0400
Palestinian interior minister wants to quit over security plan (AFP)
AFP - Palestinian interior minister Hani al-Qawasmeh submitted his resignation on Monday amid strong disagreements over a flagship security plan in the first major jolt to the new unity government.
yahoo.com Mon, 23 Apr 2007 18:57:31 GMT
Lebanese soldier shot dead at Palestinian refugee camp (AFP)
AFP - A Lebanese soldier was shot dead on Monday at the entrance to the Nahr al-Bared Palestinian refugee camp in northern Lebanon, a military source said.
yahoo.com Mon, 23 Apr 2007 18:44:24 GMT
Anger at Iran dress restrictions
A crackdown on un-Islamic dress in Iran is reportedly sparking protest in some areas.
BBC Mon, 23 Apr 2007 18:29:36 GMT
Defense Secretary Gates Cites Concerns About Syria, Iran
Defense Secretary Robert Gates discusses prospects for reconciliation in Iraq, the Middle East peace process, disruptive Syrian activities in the region and Iran's ambitions as part of his ongoing trip through the Middle East that includes stops in Egypt, Israel and Iraq.
USINFO.STATE.GOV Mon, 23 Apr 2007 18:52:29 -0400
Many dead in fresh Iraq attacks
The new US ambassador talks of critical months ahead for Iraq, and defends the idea of a wall in central Baghdad.
BBC Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:32:46 GMT
Abbas, Mashaal to hold talks in Cairo
Abbas: A year of sanctions on the PA have plunged Palestinians into tragedy.
jpost.com Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:38:01 +0200
Haniyeh won't let minister resign
PA interior minister wanted to quit due to lack of progress in security reforms.
jpost.com Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:39:33 +0200 |
