| Mideast 'proximity talks' underway INDIRECT peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians are underway today, a top Palestinian official said after months of shuttle diplomacy by Washington's special Middle East envoy. news.com.au |
Israel issues blunt warning on blockade ISRAEL'S UN ambassador has urged the government of Lebanon and the international community to prevent a small group of ships from trying to break the blockade of Gaza, warning that it reserves the right to use "all necessary means" to stop the vessels. news.com.au |
Pentagon Report Places Blame for Suicides A report faults commanders for failing to recognize or disregarding high-risk behavior among soldiers. nytimes.com |
Afghans Need Americans' Support Congress, and the American people in particular, must support our shared endeavor to prevent Afghanistan from sliding back into a no man's land. nytimes.com |
Easing of Blockade Not Enough to Rebuild Gaza Israel's decision to allow some construction material into the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip is barely making a dent in alleviating a crushing housing shortage in the impoverished Palestinian territory. feeds.nytimes.com |