Israelis reject return of Arabs forced from homes
The article reports that even liberal Israelis oppose allowing the return of Palestinian refugees, arguing the overwhelming demographic balance makes Israel unviable. It notes disputes over refugee numbers and cites historians and residents describing how wars and expulsions shaped the 1948 exodus and ongoing tensions.
Palestinians Demand Lifting Blockade Before Quelling Unrest
Palestinian security officials say they can quell three months of violence only if Israel lifts its blockade of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The stance clouds a possible visit by CIA chief George Tenet to Cairo for talks with Israeli and Palestinian security leaders. Officials say top participants may be scaled back, with Amnon Lipkin Shahak and Mohammed Dahlan not attending. The clash has killed 359 people, amid broader disputes over refugees and the right of return, as Barak and Arafat face stalled negotiations.
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Pope Shuts Holy Door Marking Jubilee End
Pope John Paul II closed the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica in a Jubilee year ending ceremony. He reflected on pilgrim stories and signed a public letter to Catholics. About 25 million pilgrims visited Rome, with late-night careful pacing through the doorway. The pope stressed facing the third millennium with faith and shared plans to guide history by God's will.
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