Rafah Crossing restrictions to be eased over the weekend
Egypt’s transitional authorities announced on Thursday that they will ease conditions for entry of Palestinians from Gaza into Egypt via Rafah Crossing, as from Saturday 28 May.
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The Middle East and North Africa – the end of the Cold War legacy?
As Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu prepares for a visit to Washington to meet US President Obama, and US envoy to the Middle East George Mitchell announces a dramatic resignation, Glyn Secker examines the possibilities for the adoption of a new US policy in the Middle East.
Overview
US foreign policy in the Middle East dates from its post-WWII Cold War with the USSR over spheres of influence. Throughout the second half of the 20th century, Israel was central to this policy.
Glyn Secker is a member of Jews for Justice for Palestinians and was Captain of the Jewish Boat To Gaza, September 2010.
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Natural Gas: Egypt’s Subsidy of Israel
Mubarak’s regime in Egypt has been Israel’s most valuable ally in the region until recently.
Shir Hever is an Israeli economist and commentator who researches the economic aspects of the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories.
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The Middle East and North Africa – the end of the Cold War legacy?
As Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu prepares for a visit to Washington to meet US President Obama, and US envoy to the Middle East George Mitchell announces a dramatic resignation, Glyn Secker examines the possibilities for the adoption of a new US policy in the Middle East.
US foreign policy in the Middle East dates from its post-WWII Cold War with the USSR over spheres of influence. Throughout the second half of the 20th century, Israel was central to this policy.
Glyn Secker is a member of Jews for Justice for Palestinians and was Captain of the Jewish Boat To Gaza, September 2010.
Photo by Vish Vishvanath.
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