Bush Ties to New Israeli PM Cautious Stance
President Bush, in remarks with Secretary of State Powell, says he will work with Israel’s new prime minister Ehud Barak but cautions that conditions on the ground are not ripe for a full peace accord. The administration signals no rush to peacemaking and emphasizes stability amid regional tensions.
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Anil Sharon Political Leader of Likud Passes
Anil Sharon, long a central figure in Israeli politics, served in parliament and held cabinet posts over 19 years. Known for a hard line on Palestinians, he supported no peace deals with neighboring Arab states. Born 1928 in Moshav Kiar Malai to Russian immigrants, he studied history and Oriental studies at Hebrew University and law at Tel Aviv University.
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Sharon wins election as Israel leader amid Palestinian tensions
Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu? No. Sharon’s landslide vote reshapes the region as Palestinians express limited hope for compromise. Palestinians say no talks with Sharon unless he commits to peace, while Arafat’s aide urges negotiating but factions warn against negotiations. Sharon faces coalition hurdles in a divided Knesset and uncertain peace prospects.
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