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A senior Syrian journalist told Ynet Sunday that Israel s recent defeat in Lebanon would encourage the Syrians initiate ... 
Al Jazeera - Dec 31 12:34 PM
"The Lebanon War and the Israeli defeat are a source of inspiration and encouragement, and have a mobilizing effect on the Syrian people, that sees itself as a leader among the Arabs," he said.UN SEEKING DRONES FOR LEBANON FORCE: FRENCH MINISTER The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 31 10:45 AM
BEIRUT, Dec 31, 2006 (AFP) - The United Nations is seeking unmanned aircraft to boost the intelligence-gathering capabilities of its peacekeeping force in Lebanon, French Defence Minister Michele Alliot-Marie said Sunday.Man travels to film devastation in Lebanon The Olympian - Dec 31 4:05 AM
When Israel began dropping bombs on southern Lebanon this summer, Basil Shadid feared for his relatives. The Olympia resident stood with local activists at Percival Landing with a sign that read: "My Lebanese family could be dead right now."Shiites push for power after Lebanon war AP via Yahoo! News - Dec 31 10:02 AM
Iraq's Shiites owe their new power over the government to the U.S.-led invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein nearly four years ago. Many Lebanese Shiites would similarly like Israel's summer war with Hezbollah to be the seed of their political ascendancy.Israel: Report Says Commanders Erred in Lebanon New York Times - Dec 30 2:49 AM
A retired Israeli general who investigated the armed forces? performance during the war in southern Lebanon criticized commanders for poor organization but stopped short of calling for the resignation of the military chief of staff, Lt. Gen. Dan Halutz. The assault on Lebanese Hezbollah guerrillas this summer drove them from Israel?s northern border but failed to retrieve two captured soldiers. ...Lebanon - return to Qana Radio Netherlands - Dec 31 5:08 AM
RNW reporter Hans Jaap Melissen visits Qana, the village in Lebanon that made the headlines in the summer of 2006 when 27 civilians lost their lives. France reaffirms support for Lebanon govt AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 31 3:57 AM
French Defence Minister Michele Alliot-Marie has stressed Paris's support for the government of Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Siniora during a visit to the crisis-wracked nation.Timeshare for One Day in Lebanon's Palace [Press Release] PR Web via Yahoo! News - Dec 31 4:00 AM
Beirut, Lebanon (PRWeb) December 31, 2006 -- Time4sharing.Lebanon New TV reporter held in connection with Hariri murder coverage ArabicNews.com - Dec 30 4:57 PM
Reporters Without Borders spoke of the continuing detention of Lebanon's New TV reporter Firas Hatoum, cameraman Abdel-Azim Khayat and driver Mohammed Barbar, who were arrested on 19 December 2006 for entering the apartment of a key prosecution witness in the February 2005 murder of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri.Timeshare for One Day in Lebanon's Palace [Press Release] PR Web - Dec 31 12:16 AM
Over 500 children were on hand to meet Boomerang, the Happy Kangaroo, timeshare charity mascot. Boomerang greeted the President and First Lady of Lebanon at the Presidential Palace and sang yuletide carols together with the First Lady. They both, together with the Time4sharing.org children, sang to bring a sliver of cheer to the war torn nation to 'share time' with kids that matter. (PRWeb Dec ...Belgian troops wounded in Lebanon BBC News - Dec 29 2:49 PM
A cluster bomb explosion injures two Belgian peacekeepers on a mine-clearing operation in Lebanon, a UN official says.Glendale edges Lebanon for third The Springfield News-Leader - Dec 30 1:09 AM
Jeff Mason knocked down a 15-footer just ahead of the buzzer Friday night to give Glendale a 58-56 win over Lebanon in the third-place game of the Gold Division in the 61st annual Blue and Gold Tournament at Hammons Student Center.Fire hits Mt. Lebanon home Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Dec 29 11:19 PM
An old television sparked a two-alarm house fire last night in Mt. Lebanon that was confined to the basement, firefighters said. No one was injured.V. Dee Carter, 74, of Lebanon died Friday at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m. ... Corvallis Gazette Times - Dec 29 9:25 PM
V. Dee Carter, 74, of Lebanon died Friday at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Huston-Jost Funeral Home, Lebanon. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Southside Church of Christ in Lebanon.Report: Israeli generals slow in Lebanon UPI - Dec 29 10:28 PM
JERUSALEM, Dec. 30 (UPI) -- The last part of the Israel Defense Force's examination of the war in Lebanon was submitted Friday, looking at the functioning of the General Staff.Blue and Gold a good fit for Lebanon Lebanon Daily Record - Dec 29 11:20 PM
For whatever reason, Lebanon basketball has been at the top of its game in recent years at the Blue and Gold Tournament. For several consecutive seasons, LHS has had an outstanding showing in the tournament, even during the lean years.FRANCE REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR LEBANON GOVT The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 31 2:15 AM
BEIRUT, Dec 31, 2006 (AFP) - French Defence Minister Michele Alliot-Marie on Sunday stressed Paris's support for the government of Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Siniora during a visit to the crisis-wracked nation.News names Citizen of Year Lebanon Daily News - Dec 31 5:02 PM
Each year, beginning in 2000, the Lebanon Daily News has presented a Citizen of the Year award to a local resident who has given of himself or herself to the community in an extraordinary way. The honoree is not informed until the announcement is published.Dec. 31 Service notices Corvallis Gazette Times - Dec 31 5:46 PM
Jack W. Dillard , 86, of Lebanon died Friday at his home. Viewing will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Huston-Jost Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. A private burial will follow at the Lebanon IOOF Cemetery.Bologna star of city s celebration Lebanon Daily News - Dec 31 5:01 PM
By JOHN LATIMER Staff Writer What comes down, must go up. Lebanon Daily News Hours before revelers enjoyed the city s 10th annual New Year s Bologna Drop, an 11-foot-long, 200-pound log of meat was raised into position yesterday afternoon in the Lebanon Farmers Market parking lot at Ninth and Cumberland streets.Cluster Bomb In S Lebanon Wounds 2 Belgian Peacekeepers Nasdaq - Dec 29 9:08 AM
BEIRUT (AP)--Two Belgian soldiers serving with the U.N. peacekeeping force in Lebanon were wounded Friday when they detonated a cluster bomb in southern Lebanon, a U.N. spokesman said.Richard Sam Simonian Albany Democrat-Herald - 2 hours, 30 minutes ago
Richard Sam Simonian, 72, of Lebanon died Friday at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis. Sam was born in Dearborn, Mich., the son of George and Helen (Vartanian) Simonian. He moved to Gardena, Calif., as a child, where he attended and completed his schooling.Timing of execution further angers Sunni nationalists Quad-City Times - Dec 31 3:26 PM
BEIRUT, Lebanon The timing and drama surrounding Saddam Hussein s execution make it likely that he will become a martyr for Sunni nationalists fighting U.S. forces and the new Iraqi government.Israeli probe raps army's handling of Lebanon war Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Dec 29 8:23 AM
A retired Israeli general who investigated the armed forces' performance during the Lebanon war on Friday criticised commanders for poor organisation but stopped short of calling for the chief of staff's resignation.New era begins at state Capitol Lebanon Daily News - Dec 31 5:01 PM
HARRISBURG The new year marks a new era in the state Capitol. Fifty-five new lawmakers will be sworn in tomorrow when the Legislature begins the 2007-08 term including Lebanon County Sen.-elect Mike Folmer and Rep.-elect RoseMarie Swanger.Lebanon wasn't a failure? Haaretz Daily - Dec 31 12:22 AM
Chief of Staff Dan Halutz's lightfooted leap onto the podium at the pilot course graduation ceremony Thursday hinted at the news that was to come.Two U.N. peacekeepers wounded demining in S.Lebanon AlertNet - Dec 29 9:06 AM
Source: Reuters BEIRUT, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Two Belgian peacekeepers, part of an international force monitoring a ceasefire in south Lebanon, were wounded on Friday when they stepped on a cluster bomb, a UNIFIL ... Lebanon falls to Rogersville in overtime Lebanon Daily Record - Dec 29 2:06 PM
SPRINGFIELD As the ball left his hand, Lebanon s Matt Gow thought the shot was good. It was not meant to be.Car chase goes through city, North Lebanon Lebanon Daily News - Dec 29 9:31 AM
Local police, with a big assist from OnStar, captured four men in a Cadillac Escalade following a chase through Lebanon, Cornwall and North Cornwall and North Lebanon townships yesterday afternoon.Lebanon defeats Norwood; will play in semifinals today Lebanon Daily Record - Dec 29 2:05 PM
A big second half on defense against the Norwood Lady Pirates on Thursday propelled the Lebanon girls basketball team into the semifinals of the Central Bank Holiday Classic.Israeli probe raps army's handling of Lebanon war AlertNet - Dec 29 8:21 AM
Source: Reuters JERUSALEM, Dec 29 (Reuters) - A retired Israeli general who investigated the armed forces' performance during the Lebanon war on Friday criticised commanders for poor organisation but stopped short of ... Lebanon Health and Fitness dedicated to wellness Lebanon Enterprise - Dec 29 7:10 AM
Every year at this time, many people resolve to get in better shape, and the staff at Lebanon Health and Fitness wants to help make that happen. The fitness center, located at 255 W. Main St. in Lebanon, provides a variety of health and fitness equipment.For Arab Critics, Hussein?s Execution Symbolizes the Victory of Vengeance Over Justice New York Times - Dec 30 10:52 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon, Dec. 30 As daylight broke over the Arab world and news of Saddam Hussein?s hanging spread over the airwaves and the Internet, the execution proved just as profound for what it did not change as for what it did.French UN commander denies early Lebanon handover AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 28 8:10 AM
The French general commanding the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Lebanon has denied any early transfer of command to the Italy military as reported by Italian media.Snatched girls in Canada, Australian says Northern Territory News - Dec 31 2:09 PM
THE former Australian soldier accused of helping Melissa Hawach snatch back her two daughters from their father believes she has fled Lebanon and is staying on farmland her family recently bought near the Canadian city of Calgary.Analysis: Timing of execution further angers Sunnis Detroit News - Dec 30 10:58 PM
BEIRUT, Lebanon -- The timing and drama surrounding Saddam Hussein's execution make it likely that he will become a martyr for Sunni nationalists fighting U.S. forces and the new Iraqi government.Alberta private eyes involved in global custody saga Canada.com - Dec 31 7:52 AM
CALGARY -- An international investigation that steered an Alberta mother into Lebanon to find her abducted daughters had Calgary private eyes at its helm.Conflict-weary world got more of it Pioneer Press - Dec 31 1:13 AM
Rockets lit up the skies over Iraq and Lebanon and bloodied the streets below. Iran and North Korea both grew bolder in their nuclear brinksmanship. And a thwarted plot to blow up jetliners rattled nerves on both sides of the Atlantic.Malaysia again offers more troops in Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 28 2:45 AM
Malaysia has again offered to deploy a larger contingent to a United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon despite being restricted to fewer than 400 troops.Govt seeks Lebanon's cooperation on child protection ABC via Yahoo!7 News - Dec 28 10:00 PM
The Australian Government is negotiating a bilateral agreement with Lebanon on the issue of parental child abduction.Helping the Landscape Endure Valley News - Dec 31 6:22 AM
Kristen Fountain Most of the best farming land in Cornish runs through the flats on either side of Route 120 west of the foothills of Croydon Mountain. From there, it is 15 miles to the medical center and office parks in Lebanon.Israel's economy showing strength despite turbulent times Sun-Sentinel - Dec 31 12:10 AM
JERUSALEM ? For Israel, it has been a typically tumultuous year: Ariel Sharon, then the prime minister, collapsed into a coma on Jan. 4, the radical Islamic group Hamas won Palestinian elections later that month, and Israel fought a monthlong war in Lebanon this summer.December 2006 USA Today - Dec 31 6:01 PM
As of Sunday, Dec. 31, 2006, at least 3,000 members of the U.S. military have died since the beginning of the Iraq war in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count. The figure includes seven military civilians. At least 2,397 died as a result of hostile action, according to the military's numbers.Job market, workers took more hits Norwich Bulletin - Dec 31 1:12 AM
NORWICH -- James Peay of Lebanon considers himself one of the lucky ones. For the last 30 years, Peay has worked for the state Highway Department. It's a good paying job that also offers job security.Rescuers' Lebanon escape plan was clumsy, say police The Age - Dec 30 5:12 AM
Lebanese police say that basic errors and an over-optimistic escape plan helped them to arrest Australian Brian Corrigan and New Zealander David Bruce Pemberton.Hezbollah involved in Lebanon assassinations: Jumblatt AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 29 7:23 AM
Prominent Lebanese MP Walid Jumblatt has accused the Shiite militant group Hezbollah of being involved in a string of political assassinations, according to an interview aired on Arab television.Getting Around: Pennsylvania offers license PL8S for every occasion Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Dec 30 9:12 PM
What do Delta Waterfowl, Norwin Band Aides, Square and Round Dancers, Zem Zem Temple, Penn State Alumni, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, 4H Club and AIDS Resource Alliance have in common?Last second putback vaults Warriors to 'Classic' title Daily News Journal - Dec 31 3:33 AM
SMYRNA Fans of District 7-AAA basketball got an exciting preview of what the future holds Saturday night as Riverdale and Lebanon squared off, with the Warriors taking a 55-53 victory to claim the Bulldog Christmas Classic title.Hotspots abroad poised to get hotter for U.S. in 2007 USA Today - Dec 31 3:11 PM
The war in Iraq promises not only to top the Bush administration's foreign policy agenda in 2007, but will cast a long shadow across it from the Middle East to the Korean peninsula.Economic growth reaches 5% in 2006 Globes Online - Dec 31 2:53 AM
The growth rate was higher than expected in the wake of the second Lebanon war.2006 was another strange year in Florida Daytona Beach News-Journal - Dec 30 11:53 PM
Old nemeses -- war, AIDS, nukes -- bedeviled the world in '06 Rockets lit up the skies over Iraq and Lebanon and bloodied the streets below. Iran and North Korea both grew bolder in their nuclear brinksmanship. And a thwarted plot to blow up jetliners rattled nerves on both sides of the Atlantic.Syrian Journalist: Syrians Ready for War Israel National News - Dec 31 4:34 AM
(IsraelNN.com) "The Lebanon War and the Israeli defeat are a source of inspiration and encouragement, and have a mobilizing effect on the Syrian people, that sees itself as a leader among the Arabs," says a senior Syrian journalist to Ynet Sunday.Becahi wins tourney The Express-Times - Dec 30 9:15 PM
Tom Kolesnik, Dave Zubia and Mark Scattene all scored in double figures Saturday as Bethlehem Catholic defeated Northern Lebanon 55-49 to win the Northern Lebanon Holiday Basketball Tournament.Oil prices may cool in 2007 after record year: analysts AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 31 1:23 PM
Crude oil prices could head lower in 2007 from current levels of about 60 dollars per barrel, as global production catches up with demand and geopolitical risks lessen, experts say.Patricide, poll woes land on also-ran list Lebanon Daily News - Dec 30 8:31 PM
While only a select few stories could place in the Lebanon Daily News Top 10 list for 2006, several others received consideration from the editorial staff. Here, then, are the honorable mentions for the year.Germany as G8 president to seek fairer growth distribution AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 31 1:25 PM
Germany, as head of the Group of Eight nations next year, will use its mandate to advocate a gentler form of globalization, transparency in financial transactions, climate protection and rewards for African nations practicing sound government.Economy Grew by 5% in 2006 Israel National News - Dec 31 4:03 AM
(IsraelNN.com) Israel's economy grew by at least 5% in 2006, surpassing the Treasury's forecast of 3.7%. Because of the war in Lebanon, the second half of the year saw only a 2.9% yearly growth rate, as opposed to 5.9% in the first half.Barbara R. Brown Albany Democrat-Herald - Dec 30 11:18 PM
Barbara R. Brown, 93, of Lebanon died, Tuesday at Twin Oaks Care Center in Sweet Home. Barbara was born in Corvallis, the daughter of Guy and Hazel (Harris) Robinson.Increasingly, region s gift purchases are in the cards Lebanon Daily News - Dec 30 8:31 PM
For people in central Pennsylvania, Christmas shopping this year like most years was in the cards. The region s residents, including those in Lebanon, bought more gift cards in the past year than any other major metropolitan area in the nation, except for Chicago, according to a recent survey.Lugar: Bush, Congress should discuss war AP via Yahoo! News - Dec 31 11:35 AM
Two prominent Senate Republicans bucked the White House on Sunday, expressing skepticism about more U.S. troops in Iraq and support for greater dialogue with Iran, Syria and others in the region.Russian Analyst: Syria, Iran Won War in Lebanon Israel National News - Dec 28 10:48 PM
(IsraelNN.com) Syrian and Lebanon won the Hizbullah terrorist war against Israel, Russian analyst Marianna Belenkaya wrote for United Press International (UPI) . She wrote that Israel's operation against Hizbullah and not against Lebanon, which has allowed Hizbullah to establish a de facto state in the southern part of the country, was a key event.Dec. 29 Death notices Albany Democrat-Herald - Dec 30 11:17 PM
Jack Dillard , 86, of Lebanon died today at his home. Huston-Jost Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Leslie Fortney , 62, of Albany died Thursday at Samaritan Albany General Hospital. Fisher Funeral Home is handling arrangements.Cheri Lee Dlouhy Albany Democrat-Herald - Dec 30 11:19 PM
Cheri Lee Dlouhy, 51, passed away at her home. Cheri was born in Lebanon, the daughter of Raymond and Margie (Griffith) Sjolander.Iran to help Lebanese reconstruction ArabicNews.com - Dec 30 5:02 PM
Iran signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) this week with Lebanon's Development and Reconstruction Council (DRC) for construction of seven bridges destroyed in recent Israeli war.A dictator's Mideast legacy The Christian Science Monitor - Dec 31 1:58 PM
What lessons will the region take from Saddam Hussein's rule? Iran to help Lebanese reconstruction ArabicNews.com - Dec 30 4:55 PM
Iran has also announced readiness to reconstruct sixty destroyed schools in southern Beirut districts, 40 schools in Lebanon's Bekaa Province, and 100 schools in other parts of Lebanon.Saddam died to taunts of 'Muqtada, Muqtada' Newsday - 40 minutes ago
After the noose was tied around Saddam Hussein's neck, several witnesses at his execution Saturday shouted: "Muqtada, Muqtada, Muqtada."Lebanon Sees More Than 1,000 War Deaths Journal Gazette & Times Courier - Dec 28 10:51 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon - More than 1,000 Lebanese civilians and combatants died during the summer war between Israel's army and Hezbollah guerrillas, according to tallies by government agencies, humanitarian groups and The Associated Press.Israel controls water resources in Gaza, West Bank ArabicNews.com - Dec 30 5:03 PM
Israel controls water reserves in Gaza and the West Bank and seeks to control water resources in the Golan Heights and South Lebanon, said a report released by the Arab Water Studies and Water Security Center.Analysis: Syria, Iran won Lebanon war UPI - Dec 28 10:59 AM
MOSCOW, Dec. 28 (UPI) -- There are global and local wars -- the war in Lebanon is in between these two extremes.Lebanon's deaths in Israel-Hezbollah war CNews - Dec 28 11:05 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) More than 1,000 Lebanese civilians and combatants died during the summer war between Israel s army and Hezbollah guerrillas, according to tallies by government agencies, humanitarian groups and The Associated Press.HOT NEWS Zaman Online - Dec 30 2:14 PM
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will visit Lebanon on Jan. 3, the last day of the Feast of Sacrifice, a prominent Islamic holiday.200 new trailer placed in West Bank settlement since June ArabicNews.com - Dec 30 5:03 PM
Israeli settlers are continuing to place mobile homes and trailers in West Bank outposts and settlements, without legal permits. Israeli Civil Administration reports show that since the start of the Lebanon war in July, some 200 mobile homes have been placed.FRENCH MINISTER TO SPEND NEW YEAR'S WITH TROOPS IN LEBANON The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 28 11:30 AM
PARIS, Dec 28, 2006 (AFP) - French Defence Minister Michele Alliot-Marie is to spend New Year's Eve with some of the 1,650 troops France has deployed in Lebanon as part of the UN peacekeeping mission there, her office said Thursday.Lebanon done in by flurry of 3s; Beavs bow Lebanon Daily News - Dec 28 9:25 AM
Among the many qualities that good teams possess is the ability to beat other good teams. Right now, at least for the moment, a talented and potentially very good Lebanon High girls basketball team is having a heck of a time with that one.Italy may take early command of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon: report AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 27 9:58 AM
Italy may assume command of the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon from the French a few weeks early -- in January instead of February, Italian State Secretary for Defense Marco Verzaschi said.Lebanon beaten in East Penn opener Lebanon Daily News - Dec 28 9:26 AM
With all four of its participants expected to qualify for the District Three Class AAA playoffs, the East Pennsboro Holiday Tournament was supposed to provide the Lebanon boys basketball team with a good idea of where it stands in respect to other schools its size in the area.Israel economy hums despite annual tumult International Herald Tribune - Dec 31 4:45 AM
2006 is the country's third straight year of strong growth. But the downward spiral continues for Palestinians.Hezbollah fighter strove to be a martyr Boston Globe - Dec 30 12:48 AM
BINT JBAIL, Lebanon -- In unguarded moments, Rani Ahmed Bazzi openly expressed his fear of death.Best of Lebanon sports 2006 Lebanon Express - Dec 28 10:53 AM
The year 2006 was full of victories large and small for Lebanon area teams, athletes and fans. No less than three local men became professionals in their chosen sport, and several other competitors made a mark on the national level in everything from wrestling (Amy Bloom) to bass fishing (Kory Ray).Kiwi's family unaware of abduction charge Stuff - Dec 30 11:25 AM
The family of a Kiwi mercenary arrested in Lebanon say they are unaware he has been charged over his involvement in snatching two children in an international custody battle.Ready for rematch Lancaster Online - Dec 30 10:35 AM
They are situated at opposite ends of the Lancaster-Lebanon League.Listing of U.S. deaths in Iraq Part 1 Denver Post - Dec 31 5:10 PM
Iraq-Toll, 1st Add, Adv00,5496 Adv00 For release any time Eds: U.S. deaths from November 2005 to May 2006.Israel stocks close out 2006 with fourth straight year of gains Market Watch - Dec 31 1:23 PM
TEL AVIV (MarketWatch) -- The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange closed out a year of record-touching, if not record-breaking, performances as the benchmark index chalked up its fourth straight year of gains. Listing of U.S. deaths in Iraq Part 3 Denver Post - Dec 31 5:10 PM
Colo., explosion April 30 Army Staff Sgt. Juan De Dios Garcia-Arana, 27, Los Angeles, hostile attack ArmyListing of U.S. deaths in Iraq Part 2 Denver Post - Dec 31 5:10 PM
U.S. deaths from November 2005 to May 2006. By The Associated PressLighting up 2007 The Providence Journal - 1 minute ago
PROVIDENCE Fireworks danced in neon sunflowers over the State House, several thousand revelers thronged downtown to greet the New Year with circus and song, toasts and food, puppets and music as the city s Bright Night celebrants took advantage of clear skies and seasonally pleasant weather to give 2007 a rousing welcome.Let the political process win Gulf News - Dec 30 1:10 PM
When the political process breaks down, the battle moves to the streets. That is the depressing diagnosis for the strife now consuming Iraq, Lebanon and Palestine. Each is a unique case, but the common denominator is the failure of politicians to sort out their differences inside the legislature.ANALYSIS-Lebanon conflict overlaps with Mideast turmoil AlertNet - Dec 28 3:51 AM
Source: Reuters By Alistair Lyon, Special Correspondent BEIRUT, Dec 28 (Reuters) - Troops and razor wire ring the Grand Serail, seat of Lebanon's government, to keep out Hezbollah-led protesters in a standoff that ... Probe 'finds Israeli army deficient in summer war' AFP via Yahoo! News - Dec 29 8:01 AM
Israeli military preparations for the summer war in Lebanon and the way troops were used on operations were deficient, a probe into the conduct of staff headquarters found.Malaysia Offers More Peacekeeping Troops For Lebanon Nasdaq - Dec 28 1:37 AM
KUALA LUMPUR (AP)--Malaysia on Thursday offered to increase the number of troops that it plans to send to join U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon, the national news agency reported.David Fiderer: Judy Miller, Redux. The Times Touts the Party Line on Iran By Ignoring the War on Drugs HuffingtonPost - Dec 31 10:56 AM
Everyone deserves the benefit of the doubt, so I won't argue that David Rohde has either a political agenda or his head up his ass. I'll stick with the facts, which show that his article in the other day's New York Times' Iran Is Seeking More Influence in Afghanistan reveals little more than his breathtaking obliviousness. Rohde's thesis dovetails with a Republican talking point: Iran views ...Custody girls were happy with dad, says grandfather Sydney Morning Herald - Dec 30 4:20 AM
THE girls at the centre of an international abduction drama loved their Australian father more than their Canadian mother and were happy living with him in Lebanon, the girls' great-grandfather said yesterday.Sawin sentenced to two years on drug-trafficking charges North Adams Transcript - Dec 30 2:01 PM
PITTSFIELD A Hancock man who pleaded guilty Nov. 29 was sentenced Thursday afternoon in Berkshire Superior Court. Kyle W. Sawin, 19, of Lebanon Mountain Road appeared before Judge John Agostini.FRENCH UN COMMANDER DENIES EARLY LEBANON HANDOVER The Tocqueville Connection - Dec 28 5:31 AM
BEIRUT, Dec 28, 2006 (AFP) - The French general commanding the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Lebanon on Thursday denied any early transfer of command to the Italy military as reported by Italian media.Your e-mails: 'They've made a martyr out of a villain' CNN.com - Dec 31 12:24 AM
Saddam Hussein, who spent his last years in captivity after his Baathist regime was toppled by the U.S.-led coalition in 2003, was executed Saturday for his role in the 1982 massacre of Shiite villagers in Dujail.Kidnapped girls 'loved father more' Hastings Gazette - Dec 30 11:12 AM
Two children allegedly snatched from their Lebanese-Australian father by a team of mercenaries in Lebanon loved their father more than their mother, the children's great-grandfather says.Hanging angers Arab hajj pilgrims CNN.com - Dec 31 12:09 AM
MECCA, Saudi Arabia (Reuters) -- Arab pilgrims in Mecca expressed outrage on Saturday that Iraqi authorities had chosen to execute former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein on a major religious holiday, saying it was an insult to Muslims.Lebanon conflict overlaps with Mideast turmoil Khaleej Times - Dec 28 5:09 AM
BEIRUT - Troops and razor wire ring the Grand Serail, seat of Lebanon s government, to keep out Hezbollah-led protesters in a standoff that encapsulates wider struggles set to roil the Middle East in 2007.Global 'biking for peace' cyclists make pit-stop in 'friendly' Lebanon The Daily Star Lebannon - Dec 29 2:09 PM
The Daily Star, the duo explained the purpose for their expedition and the message.