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Lebanon World Heritage sites need repair 
AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 10:57 AM
Three UNESCO World Heritage sites in Lebanon, including some of the Middle East's most significant ancient ruins, are in urgent need of repairs after a month of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, the U.N. agency said Monday.France warns against Hezbollah arms in Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 9:42 AM
French President Jacques Chirac has warned against a continued Hezbollah armed presence in southern Lebanon where his defense minister visited UN forces overseeing the ceasefire with Israel.Turkish troops to go to Lebanon in late October AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 8:51 AM
Turkish troops to serve as part of the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon are expected to be deployed in late October, a Turkish diplomat has said.U.N. human rights team to start Lebanon probe Reuters via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 8:24 AM
A three-strong team of experts will travel to Lebanon on Saturday to begin a probe into allegations of human rights violations by Israel during last month's war, a top United Nations official announced on Monday.Lebanon conflict to cause long-term damage: UN official AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 7:15 AM
The conflict in southern Lebanon will have serious long-term effects on people's lives, a UN official said after visiting the region.China to boost UN peacekeepers in Lebanon to 1,000: Wen AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 3:48 AM
China will bolster its peacekeeping forces in Lebanon to 1,000, Premier Wen Jiabao has said.China to boost UN peacekeepers in Lebanon to 1,000: Wen AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 1:38 AM
China is to bolster its peacekeeping forces in Lebanon to 1,000, Premier Wen Jiabao said, in what analysts said was an attempt to reinforce its role in international affairs.China to up Lebanon peacekeeping force AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 1:57 AM
China will increase its peacekeeping force in Lebanon to 1,000 and double the humanitarian aid it has pledged, Premier Wen Jiabao said Monday.Mt. Lebanon superintendent leaving Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - 22 minutes ago
George Wilson, superintendent of the Mt. Lebanon School District, announced last night that he intends to retire at the end of this school year, with one year remaining on the three-year contract the school board gave him in July 2005.U.N. commander in Lebanon says his troops will not disarm Hezbollah San Diego Union-Tribune - Sep 18 6:14 PM
BEIRUT, Lebanon, 2:22 p.m. Sept. 18 (AP): The French general commanding U.N. peacekeeping forces in Lebanon said Monday his troops would not intervene to disarm Hezbollah, even as French President Jacques Chirac said the militant group should not keep a military wing.The UN After Lebanon The Nation via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 9:00 PM
The Nation -- As the sixty-first annual session of the United Nations General Assembly gets under way, and especially in light of the UN's complex relationship to the recent war in Lebanon, it's a good time to take stock of how the organization is doing.Britons lead clearance of Israeli cluster bombs in Lebanon Daily Telegraph - Sep 18 6:20 PM
British mine clearance specialists are heading a United Nations operation to clear cluster bombs from hundreds of homes and villages in Southern Lebanon.Lebanon World Heritage Sites Need Repair Los Angeles Times - Sep 18 6:04 AM
PARIS -- Three UNESCO World Heritage sites in Lebanon, which include some of the Mideast's most significant ancient ruins, are in urgent need of repair after a month of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, the U.N. agency said Monday.$3,000 raised for Lebanon relief Worcester Telegram & Gazette - 2 hours, 2 minutes ago
WORCESTER - More than $3,000 was raised for war-damaged Lebanon relief at a dinner yesterday organized by the Central Massachusetts Coalition for Peace in the Middle East that drew more than 100 people from the area.Lebanon ancient sites damaged during war Calcutta News - Sep 18 5:41 PM
The United Nations' cultural organization, UNESCO, says Lebanon's most important ancient ruins have sustained damage from the recent fighting between Israel and the Shi'ite militia Hezbollah.UN peacekeeping force rules out task to disarm Lebanon's Hezbollah People's Daily - Sep 18 5:53 PM
The commander of the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon French General Alain Pellegrini said Monday that his troops will not try to disarm Hezbollah which is a matter for the Lebanese government.Cleaning up Lebanon's political mess The Daily Star Lebannon - Sep 18 5:11 PM
Lebanon's latest war with Israel has now been over for as long as the actual fighting lasted, but the Lebanese will be picking up the pieces - in more ways than one - for years to come. The Israeli military's hi-tech toys may have counted for little more than overpriced kitsch against highly trained and disciplined Hizbullah fighters on the ground.Lebanon s Cultural Heritage Largely Survived Bombs Scoop.co.nz - Sep 18 4:20 PM
Most components of Lebanon s cultural heritage were spared during the recent conflict, experts sent by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization ( UNESCO ) said today after visiting the country, but urgent measures are needed to protect the Worl Heritage List site of Byblos from the effects of an oil spill.Italian peacekeepers hit snag in Lebanon... no place to go AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 3:48 PM
When Italian troops landed in Lebanon two weeks ago to reinforce UN peacekeeping forces they planned to base their headquarters in the town of Juwaya.UN human rights body to discuss situation in Lebanon People's Daily - Sep 18 4:54 PM
The UN Human Rights Council opened its second regular session here on Monday with a range of human rights issues on the top of the agenda, notably the situation in Lebanon.Israeli cabinet approves inquiry of Lebanon war Reuters via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 3:04 PM
Israel's cabinet appointed a commission on Sunday to investigate the way the government and military handled the Lebanon war, bowing to calls for an inquiry but rejecting veterans' demands for an independent probe.French defense chief visits Lebanon as peacekeepers hit snags AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 1:35 PM
French Defense Minister Michele Alliot-Marie arrived in Lebanon to review the movement of French troops deploying to a UN peacekeeping force in the south.China to increase Lebanon profile BBC News - Sep 17 11:13 PM
China will significantly lift its Middle East profile by sending 1,000 troops to Lebanon, Premier Wen Jiabao says.Israel sets up beefed-up inquiry into Lebanon war AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 1:36 PM
The Israeli cabinet voted to set up a beefed-up government inquiry into the conduct of the Lebanon war after widespread public pressure to investigate the 34-day offensive that failed to achieve its main objectives.French peacekeepers face Lebanon ghosts AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 12:08 PM
France is poised to dispatch hundreds of troops Monday to support the international peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, confronting painful memories of the deadly 1983 bombing in Beirut and concerns about more violence in the next few months.NOAA RESPONDS TO INTERNATIONAL OIL SPILLS Spills in Lebanon and Philippines Place Natural Resources at Risk NOAA News - Sep 18 2:02 PM
Sept. 18, 2006 The NOAA Office of Response and Restoration is working with the U.S. State Department and the U.S. Coast Guard to respond to recent international oil spill emergencies in Lebanon and the Philippines.Israel sets up panel to investigate its handling of the Lebanon conflict International Herald Tribune - Sep 17 12:43 PM
After a month of debate in Israel, the government on Sunday established a committee to investigate the political and military leadership's handling of the invasion of Lebanon.Israelis in war-battered north want heads to roll over Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 12:56 PM
"We don't need inquiries. We just want to see heads rolling," is a common refrain in Israel's northern town of Kiryat Shmona, battered by over 1,000 rockets during the Lebanon war.Syrian border may be problem for Lebanon AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 12:10 PM
The brown sedan kicks up dirt as it speeds along the small trail and crosses the border from Syria with no security forces in sight another reminder how hard it will be for Lebanon to keep weapons from being smuggled to rearm Hezbollah.Israeli internal probe of Lebanon war OKd San Francisco Chronicle - Sep 18 3:38 AM
The Israeli Cabinet approved a committee on Sunday to investigate the government's handling of the recent military campaign in Lebanon but rejected protesters' calls for an independent inquiry. Amid broad dissatisfaction in Israel over the outcome of... China to send 1,000 peacekeepers to Lebanon Times Online - Sep 18 5:51 AM
China said today it would send 1,000 peacekeepers to help maintain the truce in Lebanon, a move seen as showing Beijing's growing willingness to engage in international affairs.Israel indicts three members of Hezbollah arrested in Lebanon Boston Herald - Sep 18 7:19 AM
JERUSALEM - Israel on Monday charged three Hezbollah members arrested in Lebanon during the recent war with murder for involvement in deadly attacks on soldiers. In an indictment police submitted to...France warns against Hezbollah arms in Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Sep 18 4:47 AM
French President Jacques Chirac has warned against a continued Hezbollah armed presence in southern Lebanon where his defense minister was visiting UN forces overseeing the ceasefire with Israel.Cabinet OK's probe of war in Lebanon Boston Globe - Sep 18 1:59 AM
JERUSALEM -- The Israeli Cabinet yesterday approved a committee to investigate the government's handling of the recent war in Lebanon but rejected protesters' calls for an independent inquiry. Amid broad dissatisfaction in Israel over the outcome of the Lebanon conflict, the question of whether to conduct an investigation, and of what kind, had become a political battle. Prime Minister Ehud ...France readies Lebanon forces NorthJersey.com - Sep 18 4:14 AM
MARJAYOUN, Lebanon -- France is poised to dispatch hundreds of troops today to support the international peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, confronting painful memories of the deadly 1983 bombing in Beirut and concerns about more violence in the next few months.Keeping arms from Hezbollah next big step for Lebanon The Columbus Dispatch - Sep 18 4:55 AM
YANTA, Lebanon The brown sedan kicks up dirt as it speeds along the small trail and crosses the border from Syria with no security forces in sight another reminder how hard it will be for Lebanon to keep weapons from being smuggled to rearm Hezbollah.Israel approves Lebanon war inquiry Stuff - Sep 18 10:13 AM
JERUSALEM: Israel's cabinet has appointed a commission to investigate the way the government and military handled the Lebanon war, bowing to calls for an inquiry but rejecting veterans' demands for an independent probe.Lebanon World Heritage Sites Need Repair RedNova - Sep 18 9:13 AM
PARIS - Three UNESCO World Heritage sites in Lebanon, which include some of the Mideast's most significant ancient ruins, are in urgent need of repair after a month of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, the U.N. agency said Monday. A team of U.N.Lebanon girl remains stable Albany Democrat-Herald - Sep 18 8:02 AM
A 17-year-old Lebanon girl remained in stable condition Saturday, but all of the 12 other people injured in a series of vehicle wrecks Friday have been released from area hospitals.Israeli cabinet approves probe of war with Lebanon The Philadelphia Inquirer - Sep 18 12:25 AM
The Israeli cabinet yesterday approved a committee to investigate the government's handling of the recent war in Lebanon but rejected protesters' calls for an independent inquiry.China to increase its peacekeeping force in Lebanon to 1,000 Boston Herald - Sep 18 3:49 AM
China will increase its peacekeeping force in Lebanon to 1,000 and double the humanitarian aid it has pledged, Premier Wen Jiabao said today. The peacekeeping commitment represents a substantial increase...Israel Approves Investigation into Lebanon War Washington Post - Sep 17 7:49 AM
JERUSALEM, Sept. 17--Israel's cabinet on Sunday approved the appointment of an investigative committee nominated by Prime Minister Ehud Olmert to examine how the government and military managed the recent war in Lebanon.French defense chief due in Lebanon as peacekeepers hit snags AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 17 5:28 AM
French Defense Minister Michele Alliot-Marie arrives in Lebanon to review the movement of French troops deploying to a UN peackeeping force in the south, as the mission faces potentially dangerous political snags.UN force must back Lebanon: Hezbollah Gulf Times - Sep 18 7:51 AM
TYRE, Lebanon: Hezbollah said yesterday it would have no problem with UN peacekeepers as long as they stick to defending Lebanon against Israel, two days after the French general who leads the troops hinted they would disarm the Shia group if the Lebanese army does not.China confirms increasing peacekeepers in Lebanon Reuters via Yahoo! Asia News - Sep 17 11:48 PM
BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao confirmed on Monday that his country would increase its U.N. peacekeeping presence in Lebanon to 1,000 troops, raising China's profile in the volatile Middle East.China adds Lebanon peacekeepers, woos Italy Khaleej Times - Sep 18 4:15 AM
BEIJING - Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao confirmed on Monday that his country would increase its UN peacekeeping presence in Lebanon to 1,000 troops, raising China s profile in the Middle East and bolstering ties with Europe.Israel Meets Lebanon Under Everyone s Influence Baltimore Jewish Times - Sep 18 6:54 AM
An international consensus is emerging that Lebanon is an abused party that needs to be delicately drawn away from Iran's influence.China to boost UN peacekeepers in Lebanon to 1,000: Wen AFP via Yahoo!7 News - Sep 17 11:37 PM
BEIJING (AFP) - China has decided to increase its peacekeeping force in Lebanon to 1,000 personnel, Premier Wen Jiabao has said, an increase from around 240 at present.Israel launches beefed-up probe into Lebanon war Gulf Times - Sep 18 7:50 AM
JERUSALEM: The Israeli cabinet voted yesterday to set up a beefed-up government inquiry into the conduct of the Lebanon war after widespread public pressure to investigate the 34-day offensive that failed to achieve its main objectives.China to boost UN peacekeepers in Lebanon to 1,000: Wen TurkishPress.com - Sep 18 4:02 AM
China will bolster its peacekeeping forces in Lebanon to 1,000, Premier Wen Jiabao has said. Analysts said the move was an attempt to reinforce Beijing's role in international affairs.Turkish troops to go to Lebanon in late October: diplomat Khaleej Times - Sep 18 4:02 AM
ANKARA - Turkish troops to serve as part of the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon are expected to be deployed in late October, a Turkish diplomat said on Monday.Israel appoints non-independent inquiry into Lebanon war Calcutta News - Sep 18 3:40 AM
Israel has decided to conduct an official investigation into the war in Lebanon, where the army battled Islamic Hezbollah guerrillas for 34 days. The decision follows a stormy debate over who should take responsibility for a campaign that was widely seen as a failure.EU Officials Cancel Visit to Lebanon Israel National News - Sep 18 9:12 AM
(IsraelNN.com) European Union (EU) officials in a last minute move canceled a scheduled visit to Lebanon after Lebanese government officials rejected a call from Deputy Israeli Knesset Speaker Majalli Whbee who wished to participate.China to boost UN peacekeepers in Lebanon to 1,000: Wen TODAYonline - Sep 18 1:47 AM
Visiting Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi (L) and his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao in Beijing. China is to bolster its peacekeeping forces in Lebanon to 1,000, Premier Wen said, in what analysts said was an attempt to reinforce its role in international affairsChina boosts Lebanon peacekeepers The Australian - Sep 17 11:30 PM
CHINESE Premier Wen Jiabao confirmed today that his country would increase its peacekeeping presence in Lebanon to 1000 troops.Chinese premier says China will increase its peacekeeping force in Lebanon (2:10 p.m.) Chinapost.com.tw - Sep 17 11:26 PM
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said Monday that China will increase its peacekeeping force in Lebanon to 1,000 and double its already pledged humanitarian aid to the Middle Eastern country.Lebanon Tennessee Police Department Purchases Additional CruiseCam Systems The Auto Channel - Sep 17 8:20 PM
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--Sept. 12, 2006--CruiseCam International Inc. (Pink Sheets:CCMJ), a leading developer of vehicle video integrated technology for law enforcement and motor sports application, is pleased to announce the sale of additional systems to the Lebanon Tennessee Police Department.French facing bad memories in Lebanon Seattle Times - Sep 18 12:14 AM
France is poised to dispatch hundreds of troops today to support the international peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, confronting...China to increase strength of peacekeepers in Lebanon to 1,000 Itar-Tass - Sep 18 1:11 AM
BEIJING, September 18 (Itar-Tass) - China will increase the strength of its peacekeepers in the UN temporary mission in Lebanon to 1,000 soldiers, Chinese Prime Minister Wen Jiabao said at a meeting with his Italian counterpart Romano Prodi on Monday.B92 - News - Globe - Israel sets up committee to probe Lebanon war B92 - Sep 18 6:53 AM
JERUSALEM -- Israeli cabinet approved the establishment of a committee to examine the handling of the war in Lebanon.Challenging times ahead for Lebanon and Unifil Financial Times - Sep 17 7:15 PM
On the corner of a deserted, half-built house a few hundred metres from the "blue line", the UN's demarcation between Lebanon and Israel, a flag flutters in the breeze.Israel To Hold Lebanon War Inquiry CBS News - Sep 17 9:48 AM
The Israeli Cabinet on Sunday authorized an inquiry into the government's handling of the recent war in Lebanon. The inquiry headed by a retired judge will look at decisions by political and military leaders.China confirms increasing peacekeepers in Lebanon Khaleej Times - Sep 17 11:32 PM
BEIJING - Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao confirmed on Monday that his country would increase its peacekeeping presence in Lebanon to 1,000 troops, dramatically raising China s profile in the region.China confirms more peacekeepers for Lebanon SABC News - Sep 17 10:56 PM
Wen Jiabao, the Chinese premier, confirmed today that his country would increase its peacekeeping presence in Lebanon to 1 000 troops, dramatically raising China's profile in the region.Troops boost China's international presence AFP via Yahoo! News - 17 minutes ago
China has decided to bolster its peacekeeping forces in Lebanon to reinforce its international presence and shore up its energy interests in the Middle East, analysts say.China to send 1,000 troops to Lebanon Al Bawaba - Sep 17 11:46 PM
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao confirmed on Monday that his country would raise its peacekeeping presence in Lebanon to 1,000 soldiers.China decides to increase its peacekeepers in Lebanon to 1000 New Kerala - Sep 18 1:39 AM
Beijing, Sept 18: China has decided to increase the size of its peacekeeping force in Lebanon to 1000 personnel from around 420 at present, Premier Wen jiabao said today.Poland's president wants peace role AP via Yahoo! News - 1 hour, 0 minute ago
Poland's president said Monday he wants his country to be an active broker of world peace and his government could send hundreds more troops than it has already pledged to a U.N. force in Lebanon.Muslims and Christians Build Bonds through War in Lebanon Christian Today - Sep 18 12:17 AM
The war in Lebanon destroyed lives and homes but despite the suffering and the huge personal losses some light has emerged from the darkness as Muslims and Christians were able to strengthen their bondsIsraeli Cabinet authorizes inquiry into war in Lebanon San Diego Union-Tribune - Sep 17 12:14 PM
JERUSALEM, 9:01 a.m. Sept. 17 (AP): The Israeli Cabinet on Sunday authorized an inquiry into the government's handling of the recent war against Hezbollah guerrillas in Lebanon, capping weeks of disagreements over the scope of the investigation.Hezbollah Leader: Group Still in Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire Voice of America - Sep 17 11:05 AM
Hezbollah's leader says the group is still in southern Lebanon, one month after a U.N.-brokered ceasefire ended Hezbollah's war with Israel. In an interview Wednesday with the Arabic television network Al-Jazeera, Hassan Nasrallah said Hezbollah guerrillas are present at the Israeli border.After its war with Israel, Hezbollah is at odds with Lebanon's government USA Today - Sep 16 2:34 PM
A month after fighting in Lebanon ended, hostilities with Israel have given way to a political struggle between the Western-backed government and Hezbollah as Lebanese troops try to take control of the Islamic militant group's longtime southern stronghold.Israel Forms Committee to Investigate Lebanon War New York Times - Sep 17 10:04 PM
Many Israelis, including a large number of disgruntled reserve soldiers, have been demanding an inquiry.Israeli Cabinet authorizes inquiry into Lebanon war The Daily Star Lebannon - Sep 17 1:04 PM
The Israeli Cabinet voted Sunday to set up a beefed-up government inquiry into the conduct of the Lebanon war after widespread public pressure to investigate the 34-day offensive that failed to achieve its main objectives. But the decision seemed to have come too late, as residents of north Israel took a hard line against the Cabinet, saying they wanted to "see heads rolling."Israel to examine its handling of Lebanon war Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 17 6:57 AM
ISRAEL'S cabinet has appointed a commission to investigate the way the Government and military handled the Lebanon war, bowing to calls for an inquiry but rejecting veterans' demands for an independent investigation. -UN human rights team to start Lebanon probe People's Daily - 2 hours, 51 minutes ago
A three-member team of UN experts will soon start a full investigation into allegations of human rights violations by Israel during last month's conflict, the UN's human rights chief announced on Monday.Israeli Cabinet authorizes inquiry into war in Lebanon Boston Herald - Sep 17 6:04 AM
JERUSALEM - The Israeli Cabinet on Sunday authorized an inquiry into the government's handling of the recent war in Lebanon, capping weeks of disagreements over the scope of the investigation. ...Israel to investigate Lebanon war Aljazeera - Sep 17 6:42 AM
The Israeli cabinet has appointed a commission to investigate the way the government and military handled the Lebanon war.Israel approves inquiry into Lebanon war Yahoo! India News - Sep 17 7:17 AM
Jerusalem, Sep 17 (DPA) Israeli cabinet approved Sunday the setting up of an inquiry commission headed by a retired judge to investigate Israel's handling of the recent war in Lebanon, Israeli media reported.Lebanon To Fulfil World Cup Qualifiers Sporting Life via Yahoo! UK & Ireland Sport - Sep 17 3:09 AM
Lebanon have confirmed they will be taking part in this year's qualifying matches for the 2008 World Cup.Israel sets up beefed-up inquiry into Lebanon war TODAYonline - Sep 17 8:47 AM
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. The Israeli cabinet has voted to set up a beefed-up government inquiry into the conduct of the Lebanon war after widespread public pressure to investigate the 34-day offensive that failed to achieve its main objectives.Lebanon: French Defense Minister Arrives India Daily - Sep 17 11:22 AM
French Defense Minister Michele Alliot-Marie will arrive in Beirut on Sept. 17 to oversee the deployment of French troops which will be part of the U.N. peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon.Israel sets up beefed-up inquiry into Lebanon war Middle East Times - Sep 17 5:26 AM
JERUSALEM -- The Israeli cabinet voted Sunday to set up a beefed-up government inquiry into the conduct of the Lebanon war after widespread public pressure to investigate the 34-day offensive that failed to achieve its main objectives.Israeli cabinet approves govt inquiry of Lebanon war Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News - Sep 17 2:25 AM
Israel's cabinet appointed on Sunday a commission to investigate the way the government and military handled the Lebanon war, bowing to calls for an inquiry but rejecting veterans' demands for an independent probe.World Tourism Organization calls for major aid effort to help Lebanon The Daily Star Lebannon - Sep 17 12:59 PM
The secretary general of the World Tourism Organization (WTO) told tourism ministers from 60 Islamic countries late last week that the organization wants to see a strong effort made to redevelop the industry in Lebanon. "Only tourism can provide sufficient contact" on a personal level to help put war-ravaged Lebanon.LEBANON: War exacerbates Palestine refugee conditions IRIN - Sep 17 6:13 AM
TYRE, 17 Sep 2006 (IRIN) - While Lebanese southerners bore the brunt of casualties and destruction to infrastructure during the 34-day war between Israel and Hezbollah, the pre-existing vulnerability of Palestine refugees living in Lebanon has also been greatly exacerbated.Israelis in war-battered north want heads to roll over Lebanon The Manila Times - Sep 17 7:53 AM
KIRYAT SHMONA, Israel: The Israeli cabinet voted Sunday to set up a beefed-up government inquiry to investigate the conduct of the Lebanon war, a senior government official told Agence France-Presse.Israel appoints Lebanon war commission UPI - Sep 17 6:23 AM
JERUSALEM, Sept. 17 (UPI) -- Israel's cabinet appointed a commission Sunday to investigate the way the government and military handled the Lebanon war.Internal strife threatens Lebanon cease-fire Miami Herald - Sep 17 12:31 AM
Internal strife threatens cease-fire A month after fighting in Lebanon ended, hostilities with Israel have given way to a political struggle between the Western-backed government and Hezbollah as Lebanese troops try to take control of the Islamic militant group's longtime southern stronghold.Israel sets up beefed-up probe into Lebanon war ABS-CBNNEWS.com - Sep 17 4:26 AM
JERUSALEM - The Israeli cabinet voted Sunday to set up a beefed-up government inquiry to investigate the conduct of the Lebanon war, a senior government official told AFP.U.S. diplomats begin viewing Lebanon war as success - Haaretz - Israel News Haaretz Daily - Sep 17 8:01 AM
WASHINGTON - Far removed from the military and political squabbles rocking Israel, something has changed in the way Washington leaders are assessing the outcome of the Lebanon war.Pope remarks worry Christians in Mideast AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 4:14 AM
Extra security guards around churches in Egypt and Lebanon. Armed officers surrounding at least one. With the tensions over Pope Benedict XVI's remarks on Islam still high, many in the Mideast's large Christian communities are worried about a backlash.U.N. Commander: Won't Disarm Hezbollah ABC News - Sep 18 3:04 PM
Commander of U.N. Peacekeeping Forces in Lebanon Says His Troops Won't Disarm HezbollahAnalysis: Hezbollah, Lebanon at Odds ABC News - Sep 16 2:19 PM
Analysis: After Its War With Israel, Hezbollah Is at Odds With Lebanon's GovernmentUN should stick to defending Lebanon from Israel: Hezbollah AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 16 3:17 AM
A top Hezbollah leader said the Shiite group would have no problems with UN peacekeepers as long as they limit their work to defending Lebanon against Israel and do not pursue other agendas.Israel indicts 3 members of Hezbollah USA Today - Sep 18 5:07 AM
Israel on Monday charged three Hezbollah members arrested in Lebanon during the recent war with murder for involvement in deadly attacks on soldiers.Israel beefs up Lebanon war probe Australian Broadcasting Corporation - Sep 17 4:55 AM
Israel's Cabinet has voted to set up a strengthened Government inquiry into the conduct of the Lebanon war. It has voted 20 to 2 to establish a five-member government commission chaired by retired judge Eliyahu Winograd and also comprising two university professors and two retired generals.Israel Sets Up Panel to Examine Lebanon War New York Times - Sep 17 10:43 AM
Many Israelis, including a large number of disgruntled reserve soldiers, have been demanding an inquiry since the fighting ended on Aug. 14.Israel charges three suspected Hezbollah members AFP via Yahoo! News - Sep 18 3:25 AM
Three suspected Hezbollah fighters who were captured during the Lebanon war were charged in Israel with "murder" and belonging to a "terrorist organisation".LEBANON TO FULFIL WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS Sporting Life - Sep 17 2:26 AM
Lebanon have confirmed they will be taking part in this year's qualifying matches for the 2008 World Cup in Australia.