Headlines for 10-09-07

Hamas slams Fatah for arresting 7 Hamas members in W. Bank


Students protest at Gaza blockade


Slain Baptist in Gaza had gentle but bold witness "Rami was the most gentle member on the team, the ever-smiling one," a colleague said. "He was the face of our Bible shop, always receiving visitors and serving them as Jesus would."


Israeli army orders confiscation of Palestinian land in West Bank The Israeli army has ordered the seizure of Palestinian land surrounding four West Bank villages apparently in order to hugely expand settlements around Jerusalem, it emerged yesterday.


Egypt condemns Israeli annexation of Palestinian lands in East Jerusalem Egypt on Tuesday strongly criticized an Israeli annexation of Palestinian lands in East Jerusalem and called on the world community to stop Israel from spoiling peace efforts in the region.


Findings of the Independent Commission of Inquiry into the Israeli Attack on the USS Liberty due to continuing pressure by the pro-Israel lobby in the United States, this attack remains the only serious naval incident that has never been thoroughly investigated by Congress; to this day, no surviving crewmember has been permitted to officially and publicly testify about the attack; .....That a danger to our national security exists whenever our elected officials are willing to subordinate American interests to those of any foreign nation, and specifically are unwilling to challenge Israel's interests when they conflict with American interests; this policy, evidenced by the failure to defend USS Liberty and the subsequent official cover-up of the Israeli attack, endangers the safety of Americans and the security of the United States


Stranded Jihad members back to Gaza through Rafah crossing


Al-Ghusen: Fatah must ask permission to hold outdoor prayers


Surge Protectors The three principals of Freedom's Watch have all expressed Israel-centered views. Matt Brooks himself cited Israel's interests two years back when attacking the antiwar movement


Group decries 'grave breaches' in Gaza fighting A human rights group said on Tuesday that it had uncovered serious breaches of international law, including extra-judicial killings and torture, during recent Palestinian infighting in the Gaza Strip.


Al-Quds brigades deny members are entering Gaza through Egypt


Palestinian group says members fire rocket into Israel The armed wing of the Palestinian Popular Resistance Committees, Salah el-Dein Brigades, claimed responsibility on Tuesday for launching a homemade rocket from northern Gaza into the southern Israeli town of Sderout.


Lebanon's Hariri urges strong UN words on killings


In pictures: Palestinians await camp return


Certification sought on 'smart' weapons U.S. Reps. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) and Christopher Carney (D-Pa.) wrote the letter, which has the backing of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee.


Earn cash with manners Ronny Maman, who recently returned to Israel after 18 prosperous years in San Diego, announced this week that he will give $60,000 to anyone who comes up with a way to make the Jewish state more considerate. Stop stealing your neighbor's land. My suggestion.


School drops Tutu over remarks, but ADL says let him speak Surasky added that whatever the particulars of this case, the impression of the Tutu incident is that the pro-Israel lobby has again squashed views it doesn't like. In other words, it is more evidence of the thesis of Walt and Mearsheimer. Thusly did Foxman seek to reverse this decision; it proves him wrong. It was nothing more than an exercise in face-saving. Do not be fooled by this sudden appreciation of freedom of speech. In the past, the ADL has applauded such censorship of criticism of Israel, particularly academic events.


UNHCR deeply concerned about fire in Iraq refugee camp The UN refugee agency UNHCR expressed deep concern on Tuesday after 25 Palestinians were injured when a big fire swept through a refugee camp in Iraq at the weekend.


Artists push against Israeli wall


Lieberman's Jerusalem stance sours Likud on joint list He said the Israeli Arab problem was worse than the Palestinian problem and that it must be addressed.


Facebook sparks international debate over 'Palestine'


The Popular Committees appeals the release of an ailing detainee


Most Israelis say no to sharing Jerusalem


Jordan's queen reunites Gaza mom and son


Israel, Egypt sign amended economic agreement - Summary


Professor to speak on Israel's War of Independence


NZ aid to help Palestinian refugees New Zealand is to make a $1 million contribution towards an international emergency appeal aimed at providing basic humanitarian assistance to Palestinian refugees, Prime Minister Helen Clark announced today.


Barak plans U.S. trip The itinerary has not yet been finalized, but Barak is expected to meet with Bush administration officials for discussions on Israeli-U.S. arms deals and strategic cooperation.


Four-star Lions blitz Palestine 'It was a very good result for us. The Palestinians put up a good fight in the first half, but they tired in the second half. As a result, they gave away a lot of possession.