Bomb kills anti Syria lawmaker in Beirut blast
A powerful bomb in a Christian Beirut district kills Antoine Ghanem, a 64 year old Phalange party member, and six others. The attack raises tensions as Parliament struggles to elect Lebanon's next president amid Syria blame and past assassinations. At least 67 people are wounded.
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Blast in Sin el-Fil kills Lebanon official amid election tensions
A blast in the Sin el-Fil district during rush hour wounded and killed officials as security teams investigated a car bomb. Lawmakers blamed Syria, with Saad Hariri accusing Bashar al Assad of cowardice and warning the incident could derail presidential voting amid fears of a split government.
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Iran commander cites attack plans amid rising tension
Iran officials warned of plans to bomb Israel if attacked as Israel and the West push sanctions over Tehran's nuclear program. The deputy air force commander and other officials pledged readiness to retaliate, while U S allies seek unity in the Persian Gulf and diplomacy remains active.
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Israel designates Gaza a hostile entity
Israel declares Gaza a hostile entity and plans cutting electricity and fuel to Hamas led area. The move deepens Gaza West Bank split and risks humanitarian impact for about 1.5 million residents as Rice visits to push a regional summit. Military and political implications rise as crossings remain closed except for aid.
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