Tag Archives: Shimon Peres

Who’s meddling in Israel’s elections?

Posted on 16 January 2013 by

The Israeli general elections are just around the corner, due to take place next Tuesday, 22nd January. Campaigning is in high gear and party political broadcasts are dominating the media in all its forms.  All this is perfectly acceptable in … Continue reading →

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Putin’s visit to Israel

Posted on 27 June 2012 by

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Israel yesterday for a short visit, and speculation is rife as to the implications of this visit. First there were the diplomatic niceties, with pretty words spoken by both sides (from the link above): … Continue reading →

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Turkey is Hamas’ new supporter

Posted on 30 January 2012 by

It has not taken long for Hamas to find a new sugar-daddy, having found that life in Syria is becoming rather uncomfortable and they have begun to cosy up to Turkey. Shimon Peres reversed the roles played in the 2008 … Continue reading →

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