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Saudis Will Attend Mideast Summit

But there won't be any 'theatrical shows' of affection for Israel

By John Lister, Newser User

Posted Nov 23, 2007 11:23 AM CST

(Newser) – Saudi Arabia will attend next Tuesday’s Arab-Israeli summit in Maryland, Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal said today, but he won't be shaking hands with any Israelis, the BBC reports. Prince Saud said at a meeting of the Arab League that the Saudis were reluctant... Read full story »

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