Israeli forces tighten grip on Bethlehem amid West Bank offensive
Israeli tanks massed on the edge of Bethlehem and swept surrounding towns as clashes killed at least 22 Palestinians and two Israelis. Ramallah remained under siege with Arafat cornered in his offices, while Israeli raids broadened to Qalqilya and Tulkarem. Palestinian informers were killed in several towns amid the fighting.
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Senators urge Bush to take stronger role in Middle East peace
Bipartisan senators urge President Bush to boost involvement in the Middle East peace process to curb violence in Israel and the West Bank. They call for bold moves, including Powell visiting the region, as Zinni stays deployed and attacks unfold in Haifa and Efrat.
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Colin) Powell
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