Posted on 02/06/2009 7:11:39 PM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
The Israeli navy intercepted a ship carrying humanitarian supplies from Lebanon to the Gaza Strip and towed the vessel into port Thursday, foiling a new attempt by international activists to break Israel’s blockade of the Palestinian territory.
It was the first time Israeli forces had actually seized an aid ship. The navy has let some boats in and turned others around, including one carrying former Georgia Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney in December.
The interception was condemned by Lebanon and Syria, adding to regional tensions in the wake of last month’s devastating Israeli offensive against the Islamic militants of Hamas who control Gaza.
Meanwhile, talks in Egypt to cement a long-term cease-fire in Gaza ran into obstacles Thursday, and a Hamas delegation left Cairo without agreeing to a truce deal.
In an apparent slap at Hamas, Egyptian officials reported that security officers frisked the delegation and confiscated $9.5 million to $11.5 million in dollars and euros. The cash was deposited in an account in Egypt, and the delegation was allowed to return to Gaza, a security official said. It was not clear what would happen to the money.
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I laughed at the headline!
Bizzaro backwards world!
Thought you all might enjoy this!
NEW WORD FOR YOUR VOCABULARY
Years ago when I sometimes used unsavory language, I often used the expression “Bull Sh**.” As I grew up a bit and discovered it was not necessary to use such crude language, that expression became “BS.”
Q. What did I really mean when I used those expressions?
A. I meant that something was ridiculous, idiotic, a half-truth, or just stupid. It covered any number or negative formats. The dictionary defines it as: nonsense; especially foolish insolent talk.
I have decided that I will no longer use either of those expressions in the future. When I have the need to express those feelings, I will use the word “Pelosi.”
Let me use it in a sentence. “That’s just a bunch of Pelosi.” I encourage you all to do the same. It is such a good word. It really packs a lot of punch.
We are no longer being vulgar but it clearly expresses our feelings. If enough of us use it, it’s possible we can get the word in the dictionary.
That would be an excellent and fitting legacy for the Speaker of the House.
Or for a new word how about “bloatulus” to explain the stimulus bill? It flows into a sentence easier than “poruloous.”
Sorry plulous = porkulous
Note there is no mention that when this ‘aid’ ship was then unloaded, there were missiles and other arms found in it’s hold...
If they need any help getting rid of $9.5-11.5 million, I will be more than happy to lend a helping hand. ;-)
Hamas negotiators stopped with suitcases of cash (Millions in suitcase)
AP via Yahoo | 2-05-09 | SARAH EL DEEB
Posted on 02/05/2009 12:06:15 PM PST by springtime4hillary
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2179148/posts
Gaza naval blockade to be tested; missiles found on Iranian ship
The Patriot Room | 2009-02-05 07:33:00 | Clyde
Posted on 02/06/2009 11:30:06 PM PST by Ernest_at_the_Beach
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2180282/posts
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