Bush says coalition in Iraq not crumbling as withdrawals loom
President Bush defended the Iraq coalition and warned allies anxious to leave. He urged patience on Iran diplomacy and said U.S. pullout timing would hinge on Iraq's ability to defend itself.
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Chavez supporters form military style defense units in Venezuela
In Caracas Chavez backers gather in ranks to train for defense against a potential US invasion. Led by a reservist they vow to swell numbers, as Chavez tightens security and threatens to cut oil exports to the United States. Training begins in Caracas with civilians preparing to defend the country if needed.
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Israel hands over Jericho in symbolic handover before peace talks
Israeli troops removed a roadblock and handed Jericho to Palestinian control while maintaining some security at town exits. Palestinians welcomed the move as a practical step toward peace as Mahmoud Abbas seeks to show progress to restart negotiations. Violence has subsided since a cease fire declared at a February summit in Egypt. Hamas wins Hebron University student elections signaling group influence ahead of July parliamentary polls. Jewish settlers clash with police in Hebron amid Gaza and West Bank evacuations planned for summer. Local residents express cautious optimism about renewed cross border activity and economic improvement.
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