Christians Fear Loss of Lebanon's Christian Place
In Bsharri Lebanon the Maronite church and Rev Joseph Sukkar warn that Lebanon's Christians face isolation and political loss as Syria maintains control and Muslims gain influence. With a fractured leadership former allies drift away and tensions threaten a fragile Western style democracy.
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Joseph Sukkar
Cedars
Sukkar
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Cabinet expands Jerusalem's municipal authority
Israel's Cabinet approved a plan to place nearby West Bank settlements under Jerusalem's umbrella authority for services like planning and building, expanding Jerusalem's reach without annexing the land. Palestinians call it de facto annexation, while Netanyahu says it strengthens Jerusalem and obeys Oslo accords. The move sparked protests and a U.N. complaint, with U.S. criticism labeled provocative by Madeleine Albright.
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West Bank
Ziad Abu Ziad
Palestinian Authority
Benjamin Netanyahu
Netanyahu
United States
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Madeleine Albright
David Bar-Ilan
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Expansion plans at a glance in Jerusalem area
Key facts show Jerusalem covering 48 square miles with 1995 population of 591,400, including 417,000 Jews and 174,400 Arabs. Cabinet approved an umbrella authority to bring suburbs and West Bank settlements under municipal planning and building, naming Maale Adumim and Mevaseret as targets. A committee under the prime minister's office will implement, with Sharon choosing included settlements. outcome hinges on cabinet approval.
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Ariel Sharon
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Druids Return for Summer Solstice at Stonehenge
About 100 people from six druid groups gathered at Stonehenge at dawn to celebrate the summer solstice. Police restricted access, six were arrested for minor public order breaches, and officials say the event marks a step toward larger crowds at the 5,000 year old monument.
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