Israel massing troops on Lebanon border for ground operation
Israeli forces moved tanks and troops toward the Lebanon border hours after calling up reserves as Israel signaled a planned ground war to destroy Hezbollah tunnels and hideouts. Secretary Rice planned a Middle East visit, ruling out a quick cease fire as false. Israel aims to weaken Hezbollah, with risks of regional instability if Lebanon's govt unravels.
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World News Roundup Covers Conflicts From Iraq to Gaza
In Iraq 18 killed in two Shi ite areas as Iraqi forces seek U S air support amid clashes in Mahmoudiya and a Sohni raid killed hundreds this week. In Mogadishu an Islamic militia chief urged holy war against Ethiopian troops protecting the government. In China Bilis death toll reaches 482 with 346 dead in Hunan floods displacing nearly 3 million. In The Hague Charles Taylor makes first court appearance denying charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. In Gaza City four die as Israeli strikes hit a Hamas activist’s home amid broader Gaza and Lebanon operations.
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