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International Media Outlets Put Spin On Israeli-Hamas Conflict
Posted by: BookGirl on: January 5, 2009
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I was checking the Twitter when I read a tweet from Arutz Sheva, the Israeli media outlet I subscribe to on the networking site. The headline read: “Worldwide Rallies Support, Praise Israel’s War on Gaza Terrorism.”
The article attached to it went on to discuss how thousands of people are marching in cities across the world [...]
American Embassy in Iraq is Gargantuan and Frivolous
Posted by: BookGirl on: January 5, 2009
The United States government (also known as Halliburton) has just opened it’s new embassy in Iraq. This latest monument to despotism is the largest of all the embassies in the world.
How much did it cost us? A mere $592 million dollars.
Man Who Threw Shoes At Bush Gets Top Offers
Posted by: BookGirl on: December 18, 2008
Guys, take note. If you want to get laid, throw your shoes at George W. Bush.
An Egyptian man, Saad Gumaa, has offered his daughter in marriage to the Iraqi journalist, Muntader al-Zaidi. Al-Zaidi has become a hero after almost hitting President Bush in the face with his size 10 shoes.
Gumaa is gushing over the man [...]
Iraqi Man Throws Shoes At Bush’s Face
Posted by: BookGirl on: December 14, 2008
- In: Bush| Debate| Global| Middle East| Random| war| weird
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An Iraqi man angrily threw his size 10 shoes at President Bush during a press conference held in Baghdad today.
According to the International Herald Tribune, the man was saying: “This is a gift from the Iraqis; this is the farewell kiss, you dog” when he threw the first one and “This [...]
Petraeus Moves Up, Odierno Moves In
Posted by: BookGirl on: September 16, 2008
General David Petraeus, credited with the surge strategy that helped quell the violence in Iraq, was promoted to commander of U.S. Central Command based out of Tampa, FL. He will be in charge of overseeing the entire Mid-East now.
Who’s taking his place?
Aussie Soldiers Bid Adieu to Iraq
Posted by: BookGirl on: June 2, 2008
- In: Debate| Election 2008| Global| McCain| Middle East| Obama| Politics| USA| war
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Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, the leader of Australia’s liberal party, came in to power last November and he has just delivered on his promised Iraq withdrawal.
Conservatives in the country are surprised by the move, but the rest of the country seems to be ok. And despite the withdrawal of troops from Iraq, Australian forces will [...]
Book With John McCain Foreword Has Ironic Passage
Posted by: BookGirl on: May 17, 2008
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I’m currently reading a book published in 2002 called, “Unfinished Business” by Harlan Ullman. The book has a foreword by Senator John McCain, the current republican pod person.
I didn’t have to get very far before I found a passage that is relevant to the controversial debate of “negotiating with terrorists”. President Bush chose to [...]
Young Girl Used In A Suicide Attack
Posted by: BookGirl on: May 14, 2008
- In: Election 2008| Global| Middle East| war
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This is just sick and disgusting.
An eight year old girl blew up after she was used as a suicide bomber by Al-Qaeda. The girl walked up to Iraqi military forces and seconds later a hidden bomb was detonated remotely.
An Iraqi captain was killed and four soldiers were injured in the blast.
The bombing is being reported [...]
My Award For Headline of the Week
Posted by: BookGirl on: May 1, 2008
- In: Election 2008| Global| Middle East| Politics| Shady| USA
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“For Exxon Mobil, $10.9 Billion Profit Disappoints”
Remember that while you are paying $4.00 at the pump. For the full NYT article, click HERE.
A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Posts
Posted by: BookGirl on: April 29, 2008
– Strawberry Shortcake sized Iranian “President”, Ahmadinejad, publicly tours a nuclear facility. His tour allowed members of the press to take photos inside the facility, which lent unprecedented access to the secretive and controversial nuclear program. Full NYT slideshow HERE.
Syria and North Korea Accused of Foiled Nuclear Plot
Posted by: BookGirl on: April 24, 2008
The White House released a statement today accusing Syria of having been weeks away from developing a nuclear reactor with aid from North Korea before being stopped. Israel reportedly bombed a suspected reactor last year, but the program is suspected to have continued. Reuters article HERE.
Carter Says Hamas is Cool as Long as They Get Everything They Want
Posted by: BookGirl on: April 21, 2008
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After his controversial visit to the Mid-East to visit with Syrian backed Hamas leaders, former President Jimmy Carter came back with the secret to pax.
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