Changes of the Wall’s Route, what is behind?
constructed and will consider a change on some of the plannedIMEMC & Agencies, January 19, 2004 17:07 The Israeli government to examine changes of some already constructed and will consider…
Lapid; Separation Wall, In Its Current Path, Is Not Defendable
Israel as the International law of justice is getting ready to lookIMEMC & Agencies, January 17, 2004 10:05 Israel TV channel 2 reported Friday that concerns are mounting in Israel…
Political chaos in the Palestinian territories
establishing a bi-national sate. Such a declaration made by a seniorNaser Laham, Analysis, 12:59 Palestinian PM Ahmad Qurie suggested in an interview with Reuters establishing a bi-national sate. Such a…
Bi-national State, When Dreams Come True
scenario to defeat dreams. Even if Israel withdraws from the holyAwni Mashni-Op-Ed A two state solution is merely sharing the defeat ness and a scenario to defeat dreams. Even if…
Bi-national State versus Unilateral Disengagement
Palestinians would pursue a bi-national state and demand the sameGhassan Andoni-IMEMC- & Agencies Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei said Thursday that Palestinians would pursue a bi-national state and demand the…
The Palestinian Council for Peace and Justice issued Wednesday its monthly report concerning the arm
Said Qassem, 30, and Saleh Talhami, 37 were killed as soldiers fired a missile at a residential building in Ramallah.According to the research findings, 12 residents were assassinated, 634 were…
Expanding settlers’ Outpost Slated for Dismantling
Moshe Kiblanski signed an order to dismantle a settlers’ outpostIMEMC Staff & Agencies, Jan, 3 2004 The Israeli Military Commander of the middle region in the West Bank Moshe Kiblanski…
The Black Hole in Truce Efforts
truce agreement, demanding for the Palestinian Authority to disarmGhassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis The government of Israel constantly refused to be a party to any truce agreement, demanding for the Palestinian Authority to…
The Same Game, the Same Players
Minister Shaul Mofaz both signed the order, paving the way for theGhassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis, December 30, 2003 On Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and his Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz both…
A Middle East Free of WMD
Council to convene Monday to discuss the proposal, submitted by theGhassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis, December 29, 2003 The Syrian ambassador in the United Nations called the Security Council to convene Monday to…
Soldiers used live ammunition against peace activists close to the Palestinian village of Masha . Gi
Army sources admitted that one high velocity bullet was fired ‘in accordance with regulations,’ and claimed that Na’amati was wearing a mask when he was shot. Later on, army said…
Around 18:20 , on Thursday, Said Hanani, 18, from Beit Furik, near Nablus , detonated an explosive b
The wounded were evacuated to Beilinson Hospital and Tel Hashomer Hospital in Tel Aviv.The huge explosion, which reduced the bus stop to a skeletal frame, took the lives of four…
Despite Tight Siege and Lack of Tourists, Bethlehem Celebrates
Around 1:00 p.m., Patriarch Michael Sabah arrived at manger squareChristmas IMEMC Staff & Agencies, December 25, 2003 Around 1:00 p.m., Patriarch Michael Sabah arrived at manger square triggering Christmas celebrations…
A Plan Born Dead
both Palestinians and settlers. Settlers, wo stand on the fore frontGhassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis, December 22, 2003 Sharon, as he presented his “disengagment plan†trigered fears among both Palestinians and settlers. Settlers,…
To Save Civilians The Agonies of The Crisis
The Israel army ‘ Military Intelligence (MI) division believes that over the last 100 days, Hamas has refrained from carrying out terror strikes against Israeli civilians west of the Green…
Sharon Phrased His Current Policy as a New Plan
language mostly directed towards Palestinians. In reality, heGhassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis, December 20, 2003 Finally, Sharon spelled his, long waited for plan, in a threatening language mostly directed towards Palestinians. In reality,…
Sharon’s Plan: Relocation of Few Settlements, Disengagement from
Addressing Thursday Hertzilya conference, Israeli Prime MinisterPalestinians Ghassan Andoni-IMEMC & Agencies Addressing Thursday Hertzilya conference, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon warned Palestinians that he ‘do not intend to wait them…
NEW Round of Truce Talks
arrived Tuesday afternoon in Gaza Strip for meetings with the headsIMEMC Staff & Agencies, December 17, 2003 An Egyptian security delegation, headed by General Mustafa Buhairi, arrived Tuesday afternoon in…
A Summit Designed To Help Sharon & Bush
The U.S. administration is applying pressure on Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei demanding that he drops his pre-conditions for a summit meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. Palestinian sources…
Deceptive Imaging, a Media Played Game, This Time by Haaretz
the following headline “Palestinians mark ‘black day’ of SaddamGhassan Andoni – IMEMC, December 15, 2003 In its electronic edition on Monday Decemebr 15, Haaretz published the following headline “Palestinians mark…
Resistance attack Settlers, wounding 7, one seriously
“Bratslav Hasidic Sect†were wounded while heading towards Joseph’sSaed Banourah-IMEMC & agencies, December 12, 2003 Today (Friday) in Nablus seven settlers from an extreme sect called “Bratslav Hasidic Sect†were…
Readings in Bir Zeit University Students’ Council Elections Ghassan
administration decided to run elections for the student’s council inAndoni –IMEMC- Analysis, December 12, 2003 For the first time in 3 years students and the University administration decided to run…
Separation Wall, a Typical Mixture of Security and Aggression
of Justice issue a legal advisory statement concerning theGhassan Andoni – IMEMC-Analysis, December 12, 2003 The UN General Assembly voted to demand for the International Court of Justice issue a…
Cairo Meeting Failed to Produce a Truce Agreement, but
Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei left Cairo after a lastDiscussions Would Continue IMEMC Staff & Agencies, December 8, 2003 Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei left Cairo after a last minute…
Palestinian Factions Agreed to Restrict Resistance to Military
A crisis that threatened to explode the Cairo talks ended with aTargets IMEMC Staff & Agencies A crisis that threatened to explode the Cairo talks ended with a compromise after…
Truce Talks Ongoing, IJ Wavers, Israel Still Not Interested
Cairo, were described as fruitful and important. According to MaherIMEMC Staff & Agencies 8:38 The talks, held by the various Palestinian resistance groups in Cairo, were described as fruitful and…
13 Palestinian Groups Start Today Truce Talks in Cairo
sponsored by the Egyptian government. Representatives of variousIMEMC & Agencies, December 4, 2003 13 Palestinian groups are meeting Thursday in Cairo for talks sponsored by the Egyptian government. Representatives of…
Sharon Trapped in the Political Vacuum His Government Created
operations inside Palestinian areas prior and during the signingGhassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis, December 3, 2003 It might not be accidental that army escalated its military operations inside Palestinian areas prior and during…
Israel’s unholy wall
‘IN REALITY, the Holy Land doesn’t need walls, but bridges,’ said Pope John Paul II. Kofi Annan has strongly criticized Israel’s separation barrier. The UN General Assembly voted to condemn…
Trading Refugee Rights with Sovereignty over Holy Sites
presented a great success to the initiators. Not only the level ofGhassan Andoni – IMEMC – Analysis, December 2, 2003 No doubt that the ceremonial launching of the Geneva accords…
Arafat Offered Verbal Permission to Allow Fatah’s Delegation to
Palestinian President Yasser Arafat ended an internal conflictTravel to Geneva Ghassan Andoni – IMEMC, December 1, 2003 Palestinian President Yasser Arafat ended an internal conflict around Palestinian participation in the…
Annan: Separation Wall Is a Violation to International Law
Annan said Friday that the continued construction of the separationIMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 29, 2003 In a report to the UN General Assembly, UN Secretary-General Cofi Annan said Friday…
Cuts in Loan Guarantees, a Dangerous Compromise
security Advisor and the Israel Prime Minister envoy, the AmericanGhassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis, November 27, 2003 At the end of a series of meetings between the U.S. national security Advisor and the…
Sharon Scored PR Success without Presenting a Substantial Plan
Labid, who demanded a cabinet decision on a new fence route that isIMEMC Staff and Agencies, November 24, 2003 Responding to a proposal from the side of Justice minister Tomy…
Rather Than Providing Security, Separation Wall Became a Security
Gunmen shot dead Saturday evening two guards stationed at theHazard IMEMC Staff & Agencies Gunmen shot dead Saturday evening two guards stationed at the separation wall construction site in the…
Thousands in Gaza Protest against Geneva Accords
to protest against Geneva Accords. The gathering, the first sinceIMEMC & Agencies, November 22, 2003 Thousands gathered Friday in Jabalya Refugee camp in the Gaza strip to protest against Geneva…
What’s an Anti-Semite?
 In his NY Times column on November 13, Thomas Friedman advocated the development of greater diplomatic relations between Saudi and Israel. He cited that, in light of the political and…
U.S. Lacks the Honesty to Be ME Broker
family and property or even to acquire a better level of privacy.Ghassan Andoni-IMEMC-Analysis, November 19, 2003 Every one has the right to build a fence on his land to protect…
Resistance Strikes, Killing Two Soldiers near Bethlehem
standing at the military check post that links Jerusalem with GoshIMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 18, 2003 Resistance men shot dead Tuesday morning two soldiers as they were standing at…
Another Truce Deal, would it work?
expected today (Monday) in Ramallah to meet with President ArafatGhassan Andoni – IMEMC –Analysis, November 17, 2003 11:41 The head of the Egyptian intelligence service, Omer Suleiman, is expected today…
Hamas & IJ Agreed to Hold Truce Talks with Qurei
reporters, on Friday, that his movement has no objection to dialogueIMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 15, 2003 The founder and spiritual leader of Hamas, Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, told reporters, on…
Qurei, the Impossible Mission
Wednesday the confidence of the Palestinian Legislative CouncilIMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 13, 2003 With a majority of 48 to 17 Qurei’s 26-members government won Wednesday the confidence of the…
The Second Half of 1948
Despite International opposition, Israel is building what it calls its ‘security fence’ in the occupied Palestinian areas. Palestinians and human right advocates call Israel’s separation barrier the ‘Apartheid wall.’ Over…
Blood on the Hand
regularly misused as a run away from fulfilling commitments. TheGhassan Andoni – IMEMC – Article, November 11, 2003 Statements that appear to be humanely and ethically right, are regularly misused…
Prisoners’ Swap deal Halted over Release of Kuntar
the terms proposed by Prime Minister Sharon for the prisoners’ swapIMEMC & Agencies, November 10, 2003 In its Sunday meeting, Israeli cabinet approved with a slim majority the terms proposed…
Sharon Expects Cabinet to Approve Prisoners’ Swap Today
Sunday meeting (today), to approve in principle the prisonersIMEMC Staff & Agencies Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon will ask his cabinet, in its Sunday meeting (today), to approve in principle…
Geneva Accords Gathers a Growing International Support
support to the initiators of the Geneva Accords. The letterIMEMC Staff and Agencies, November 8, 2003 U.S. Secretary of state Collin Powell sent Friday a letter of support to the…
Palestinian New Cabinet Expected in Few Days
Qurei agreed in a late Friday night meeting on appointing HakamIMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 8, 2003 Palestinian President Yasser Arafat and his Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei agreed in a…
Sharon Eager to Finalize Prisoners’ Swap with Hezbollah
with the family of missing Air force pilot Ron Arad and told themIMEMC & Agencies, November 7, 2003 Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon held Thursday night a meeting with the…
Dispute on Going Over Interior Minsitry
Qurei failed Wednesday evening to agree on a candidate for theIMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 6, 2003 Palestinian President Yasser Arafat and his Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei failed Wednesday evening…
Settlers Warn DM against Removing Outposts
his planned attempt to remove a dozen of settler’s “unauthorizedâ€ÂIMEMC Staff & Agencies,November 5, 2003 Settlers warned Tuesday Israeli Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz against his planned attempt to remove a…
Security Cooperation Paves Way to Political Talks
form a new government, arrive at an agreement with President YasserIMEMC & Agencies,November 4, 2003 Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei is racing against time to form a new government, arrive…
Qurei, Mofaz, Expected to Meet Soon
about meeting Israeli Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz early last week.IMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 3, 2003 Palestinian Prime Minster Ahmed Qurei denied Sunday media reports about meeting Israeli Defense Minister…
Hamas Rule out Another Unilateral Truce, Expressed Readiness to
Hamas Spokesman Abdel-Aziz Rantisi told Reuters, on Sunday, that hisAvoid Civilian Casualties IMEMC Staff & Agencies, November 3, 2003 Hamas Spokesman Abdel-Aziz Rantisi told Reuters, on Sunday, that his group…
Qurei: A Meeting with Sharon Should Be Combined With Efforts to Stop
Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei confirmed Saturday that thereViolence and Halt Settlements IMEMC Staff & Agencies Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei confirmed Saturday that there were contacts with the Israeli…
Geneva Accords Gathers a Growing International Support
U.S. Secretary of State sent Friday a letter praising the GenevaGeneva Accords Gathers a Growing International Support IMEMC Staff and Agencies, 9:24 U.S. Secretary of State sent Friday a letter…
As Efforts for a Truce Continue, Army and Resistance
Two settlers were injured Wednesday as their car, traveling at KadimContinue with the Fight IMEMC & Agencies,October 30, 2003 Two settlers were injured Wednesday as their car, traveling at Kadim…
Why justice in Palestine/Israel is in the best interest of the Western world
‘Nam tua res agitur paries cum proximus ardet’ is one of the lassical Latin proverbs for educated lawyers, ‘Because it is your business if your neighbour’s roof is burning’ (i.e.,…
The Meaning of Closure
When missiles are flying in Gaza, killing dozens each day, a small word like “closure†can seem benign. Particularly to those of us who are used to being able to…
Qurei: Resistance Agreed to Hold Cease-fire talks
Arafat’s request to form a permanent cabinet, said that resistanceIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 29, 2003 Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei, who accepted Tuesday Arafat’s request to form a permanent…
Arafat Would Soon Ask Qurie to Form a Regular Cabinet
Arafat would, in the coming few days, ask Prime Minster Ahmed QureiIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 28, 2003 Palestinian Authority well informed sources reported that President Arafat would, in the…
One More Attempt for another Truce
Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei requested a meeting with the LeadershipIMEMC & Agencies, October 27, 2003 Hamas leader in Gaza Abdul-Aziz Rantisi confirmed that Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei requested a…
When Army Become the Investigator, Judge and an Executer
over looking Netzarim settlement after evacuating more than 2,000Ghassan Andony-IMEMC,October 26, 2003 Army blew up Friday evening using dynamite three 13-story buildings over looking Netzarim settlement after evacuating more than…
The Eastern Route of the ‘Wall’ Turns Peace Efforts Meaningless
minister Ariel Sharon confirmed that his security devices areIMEMC & Agencies, October 26, 2003 In an interview with Israel TV Channel two, on Friday , Prime minister Ariel Sharon confirmed…
The Deadly Game
claims, aggression, and ideologies. Through history, it wasGhassan Andoni – Analysis, October 25, 2003 Accommodating to the other is complicated by a series of historical claims, aggression, and ideologies. Through…
Closure Corrupts
officers, Major Amos Zuaretz of Netanya and First Lieutenant OshriGhassan Andoni –IMEMC, October 24, 2003 A gag order was lifted Thursday and information around The two officers, Major Amos Zuaretz…
Tenders to Build More Homes in WB Settlements
construction of more than 300 new apartments in west bankIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 24, 2003 Israeli housing ministry issued a tender Thursday for the construction of more than 300…
Collaborators File Opened Again, Two Publicly Executed in Tulkarem
in their early twenties were shot dead Thursday by masked activistsIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 23, 2003 In Tulkarem refugee camp, two men, Samer Ufi and Mohamed Faraj, bth in…
Israel to defy U.N. Resolution and Continue with the Construction of
Israel defied Wednesday U.N. General Assembly resolution thatthe wall IMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 22, 2003 Israel defied Wednesday U.N. General Assembly resolution that condemned the construction of the separation…
Black Monday in Gaza
the same home that was attacked in the morning hours, recording theIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 21, 2003 Around 10:30 P.M. Monday, army Apaches fired once more a missile at…
Troops Ambushed Near Ramallah, 3 Soldiers Killed, One Seriously
According to Israeli army and medical sources three soldiers wereWounded IMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 20, 2003 According to Israeli army and medical sources three soldiers were killed and another…
Seven Farmers Detained at South Gate All Night, One Arrest Bex Gibbs
West Bank, spent the night locked behind the damaged South gate of& George Rishmawi, IMEMC, October 20, 2003 15:27 Seven farmers from Jayyous village, near Qalqilia city, north of the…
Israel: a Bid to Transfer ‘Wall’ Issue to International Court Is
The UN General Assembly will convene Monday to discuss a proposal,’Extremely Dangerous’ IMEMC & Agencies 12:15 The UN General Assembly will convene Monday to discuss a proposal, submitted by the…
A Fatah Delegation in Washington for Cease-Fire Talks
talks with U.S. officials and legislators.IMEMC Staff & Agencies Three senior Fatah officials departed early Sunday to Washington for talks with U.S. officials and legislators. The three young Fatah leaders…
Military Order Turns Separation Wall into Land Grab
A new order issued by the military commander of the West Bank announced to Palestinians that they are no longer allowed to be on their land west of the separation…
There is a Partner, a Detailed Solution, but not a Leadership
left was wrong, Palestinians wants to destroy you and now I providedGhassan Andoni, IMEMC, October 17, 2003 The supposedly leader of center and left told the public that the left…
Reports on More arrests in Relation to Wednesday Bombing
relation to the bombing of the American convoy, saying: ‘We madeIMEMC & Agencies, October 17, 2003 A leader of the Popular Resistance Committees denied Thursdayany relation to the bombing of…
Heated Dispute in Israel over Prisoner’s Swap
objections especially from the side of the missing since 1982 airIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 17, 2003 The prisoners’ swap with Hezbollah is still facing serious objections especially from the…
Is it a ‘PA’ or a ‘PLO’?
weaknesses that the Palestinian Authority worked hard to cover. TheGhassan Andoni, IMEMC, October 16, 2003 The attack against the American envoy in northern Gaza exposed the weaknesses that the Palestinian…
PA Security Arrests 3 in Relation to Wednesday Bombing
popular resistance committee, a group that consists largely ofIMEMC & Agencies, October 16, 2003 Palestinian police arrested Thursday morning three members of the popular resistance committee, a group that consists…
U.S. Vetoed Resolution Calling a Halt to the ‘Wall’
presented to the UN Security Council, calling on Israel to halt theIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 15, 2003 United States vetoed Tuesday night a Palestinian-drafted resolution, presented to the UN…
3 Americans Killed in a Land Mine Explosion North of Gaza
morning near a convoy of three American Embassy cars near BeitIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 15, 2003 Three Americans killed, when an explosive device detonated Wednesday morning near a convoy…
The Sentinels of Jenin
For the third week, Israeli soldiers waged war against Jenin and its camp using vehicles of the most obscure size and shape. The streets have become a battlefield where fierce…
Separation Wall Gate Closed, Villagers Away From Home for 9 Days
separation wall for the ninth executive day without being allowed toIMEMC Staff, October 14, 2003 70 farmers from Jauss village near Qalqyliah are locked west of the separation wall for…
Eyewitness account of the invasion of Rafah
Then the streets started screaming and we were running almost without thinking, down the edges of the street around the people who had lost their fear, around donkey carts loaded…
Cabinet Held First Meeting, Interior Left For NSC Decision
reports around the appointment of Hakam Balawi for interior, sayingIMEMC Staff, October 14,2003 Minister for external affairs Nabil Sha’ath denied Monday earlier reports around the appointment of Hakam Balawi for…
Rafah’s Invasion Leaves 2000 Residents Homeless
toured Sunday Rafah refugee camp to evaluate the damage caused byIMEMC Staff & Agencies, October 13, 2003 The head of the UN agency for Palestinian Refugees Peter Hansen toured Sunday…
Geneva Document, Can Bass Unnoticed, Trigger Diplomacy
With the finalization of Geneva document, signs of opposition andor Escalate Violence Ghassan Andoni, IMEMC, October 13, 2003 With the finalization of Geneva document, signs of opposition and support are…
Qurei: New PM, New Cabinet within a Month
stepping out of a meeting with President Yasser Arafat that ‘in aIMEMC Staff October 13, 2003 Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Queri told Sunday reporters, after stepping out of a meeting…
Living Shield
The most dramatic moment arrived in the evening after Yom Kippur. We were sitting in the courtyard of Arafat’s Mukat’ah (compound); a group of Israeli peace activists and Palestinian friends,…
Once Again, Arafat Emerges As the Unchallenged PA Leader
Yasser Arafat and his Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei arrived at anIMEMC Staff, October 12, 2003 In a meeting Saturday evening in Ramallah, Palestinian President Yasser Arafat and his Prime Minister…
Arafat’s Health Conditions Unclear, Dispute over Cabinet Continues
Arafat’s heath condition. Time Magazine website reported that heIMEMC Staff, October 10, 2003 International media was occupied with Palestinian President Yasser Arafat’s heath condition. Time Magazine website reported that he…
Dispute around Cabinet, a Political Chaos or a Vibrant Democracy
Legislative Council (PLC) meeting Thursday, Palestinian PrimeGhassan Andoni-IMEMC, October 10, 2003 Palestinian sources reported that following the stormy Palestinian Legislative Council (PLC) meeting Thursday, Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei sent…
Qurei to Present Cabinet for PLC Approval
government and its guidelines to the Palestinian Legislative CouncilIMEMC Sataff, October 9, 2003 Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei would present his narrow government and its guidelines to the Palestinian Legislative…
Israel Stepped Up Administrative Detention, Consider Expulsions to
Israeli army is considering reverting back to the expulsion ofGaza IMEMC Staff and Agencies October 9, 2003 Israeli army is considering reverting back to the expulsion of family members and…
Vote on Emergency Cabinet Delayed
the emergency cabinet presented by Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei.IMEMC Staff, October 9, 2003 The Palestinian Legislative Council (PLC) delayed Thursday a vote on the emergency cabinet presented by Prime Minister…
Qureia Tries Cease-fire Path
Monday that he plans for a quick push to reach a truce with Israel,IMEMC & Agencies, October 7, 2003 Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qureia told Associated Press on Monday that…
State of Emergency Declared in PA Controlled Areas
Palestinian areas and named Ahmed Qureia Prime Minister of anIMEMC Staff, October 6, 2003 Palestinian President Yasser Arafat declared a state of emergency in Palestinian areas and named Ahmed Qureia…
Declaring an Emergency State Creates Uproar among Political Factions
by pass the approval of the Palestinian legislative council (PLC)IMEMC Staff, October 6, 2003 16:31 Declaring a state of emergency and forming an emergency cabinet to by pass the approval…
Islamic Jihad Leader, Removing Arafat Could Advance Future
In an interview with the Al-Arabia TV on Sunday, the GeneralResistance IMEMC Staff, October 6, 2003 In an interview with the Al-Arabia TV on Sunday, the General Secretary of the…