Israel may seek extra security funds

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http://www.swissinfo.org/sen/swissinfo.html?siteSect=143&sid=5426577

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Israel, which receives about $3 billion (1.5 billion pounds) a year in U.S. aid, may
seek extra funding next year to bolster border security and overhaul checkpoints as part of a plan to pull out of
Gaza and parts of the West Bank, sources familiar with the talks have said.

Any additional money for Israel would come on top of increased U.S. aid for the Palestinian Authority after
January elections to replace long-time president Yasser Arafat. American aid for the Palestinians would be
tied to progress stopping violence and carrying out reforms, officials said.

President George W. Bush has approached European leaders to coordinate efforts to restart peace talks
since Arafat's death last month. Bush spoke on Thursday with U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan about "the
importance of supporting Palestinian reform efforts," White House spokesman Scott McClellan said.

The extra funding for Israel could help it cover the cost of deploying high-tech terminals for inspecting
Palestinians at checkpoints in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, sources close to the talks said.

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Yes, occupations can be very expensive.

[Florida_Geek]

1. what the Fuck

Does Israel think the US is a endless money tree. How about raising taxes for money.

[The Zanti Regent]

3. Yes, we are their money tree.

What will they do when the dollar tanks? Somehow, I doubt those who have the Euro will be as generous!

[saigon68]

2. Thanks to the U.S. Taxpayer

Shut UP Grandma--

You don't need that prescription yet--Just cut those pills in half with this pill cutter here.

[teryang]

4. US taxpayers pay for bantustans

Ever look at a map of these places?

[MsMagnificent]

5. As the U.S. cuts food aid to the starving of the world

Sorry you're starving to death, but look at the big picture: Israel needs the money more.
They're poor. well kinda. not really.

But hey! They're a DEMOCRACY you know!
--only the Palestinians in their own land DON'T HAVE A VOTE

Oh well, nothings perfect.


You know something? I'll just BET you that these wonderful Faith-Based Initiatives will take up the slack!

Sure they will... any time now...

And oh - before I forget --- Merry Christmas!

Just try not to die in the meanwhile.
I wouldn't suggest holding your breath either.

[NashVegas]

6. duplicate

locking - discuss here

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=102x1096149