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November 22, 2008 4:54:29 AM CST



Bush Arrives in Israel to Press for Peace

Posted May 14, 08 7:49 AM CDT in US World 

(Newser) – President Bush arrived in Israel today to celebrate the Jewish state’s 60th birthday and try again to spur peace talks with Palestine. Ehud Olmert says he and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas have reached an understanding on several key points, but Olmert is embroiled in a corruption scandal, and could soon be out as prime minister. Bush and Olmert are also expected to discuss Iran.

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One of the helicopters of U.S. President George W. Bush's entourage prepares to land in Jerusalem Wednesday, May 14, 2008. Bush is visiting Israel on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the founding...   (AP Photo/Sebastian Scheiner)
George W. Bush, left, laughs as he is hugged by Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert during a welcoming ceremony upon their arrival in Israel, Wednesday, May 14, 2008.   (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)
George W. Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert are seen during a welcoming ceremony upon Bush's arrival in Israel, Wednesday, May 14, 2008.   (AP Photo/Kevin Frayer)
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