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Wednesday May 22, 2013
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Political comeback for Olmert? Not so fast
Former PM still faces sentencing for breach of trust conviction, which may include moral turpitude, as well as serious charges in Holyland affair • Gal-On: The fact that Olmert was convicted of breach of trust should force him out of politics forever.
 
Mati Tuchfeld | Olmert fell because he failed
It wasn't corruption allegations that prompted Olmert to resign from the prime minister's post. It was the fact that he was reviled.
 
Mordechai Gilat | An astonishing verdict
Olmert's corruption case verdict changes the rules of the game, taking us back to the dark ages.
Dr. Haim Shine | Olmert: Not exactly innocent
In the Investment Center case, Olmert was found guilty of a significant, severe conflict of interest.
Dan Margalit | Olmert's verdict requires re-examination
I believe that a politician that takes money and does not report it is breaking the law.
Abraham Ben-Zvi | Who wants another four years of Obama?
Romney hopes his visit to the Holy Land will help him win.
Dr. Reuven Berko | Arafat: Israel wanted him alive
Plenty of Palestinians wanted Arafat dead, but they are always ready to blame the Jews.
Report: Iran's missiles more lethal and accurate
Pentagon report says Iran improving its range and lethality of its ballistic missiles, according to Bloomberg • Report says missile improvements are in addition to deployment of news ships and submarines.
'Mandatory draft for all at age 18 not feasible,' Ya'alon says
Proposal to replace the Tal Law, which grants blanket military deferment to ultra-Orthodox men, to be presented today • Deputy Health Minister Yakov Litzman hints at sabotaging national budget if draft law is passed.
Olmert acquittals may cast shadow over Holyland corruption trial
Deputy attorney-general says it is prosecution's duty to reexamine pending indictment against Olmert • State prosecutor deflects calls for his resignation over unjustifiably hounding Olmert, says prosecution mustn't be afraid to indict public figures.
Palestinians slam Levy report on legality of settlements as 'dumb'
Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister: Israel will want to deport us all after ruling that settlements are legal, Palestinian residence illegal • Israel Air Force strikes two terrorist targets overnight in response to Tuesday attacks on southern Israel
Hezbollah claims to bust internal spy ring
Lebanese media claims three senior Hezbollah operatives received large sums of money and spied for Mossad and the CIA • Hezbollah source links one of the alleged spies to an Israeli plan to assassinate senior member of the terror organization.
'Egypt's peace with Israel will withstand regional upheaval'
Outgoing Egyptian Ambassador Yasser Ridah says Camp David agreement is strong and has proven itself over the years • Deputy Foreign Minister Danny Ayalon: Israel appreciates Ridah's unique contribution to our bilateral relations.
'Settlement in Judea and Samaria may jeopardize Jewish majority'
President Shimon Peres says settlement in areas densely populated by Arabs could prompt demographic shift • Yesha Council chief: Only danger is denial of our historic right to our land • Samaria council head: Peres should withhold divisive remarks.
Israel frees hunger-striking Palestinian soccer player
Mahmoud Sarsak, 25, staged a hunger strike for more than 90 days to press for his release, winning support from international sports organizations • Islamic Jihad leader praises the soccer player as "one of our noble members."
Sister of Palestinian sniper victim hurt in rock throwing incident
Medics treat three children for hand and head wounds after they are struck by rocks thrown at their playground • Settlers protest in Hebron's casbah what they call the Israel Defense Forces' powerlessness.
Egypt president's parliament decree overruled by court
President Mohammed Morsi's first move in office to re-instate parliament overruled • Court's ruling declared final and binding for all state authorities • Parliament dismantled due to unconstitutional election laws.
Kenya police: Iranians eyeing Israeli targets imported explosives
Police Sgt. Erick Opagal, of Kenya's Anti-Terrorism Police Unit, asked the court to deny the two suspects bail because over 85 kilos (187 lbs.) of the more than 100 kilos (220 lbs.) of explosives authorities say was shipped into Kenya has not been found.