Yediot Ahronot, in its second editorial, cautions against the possible appointment of Yisrael Beitenu Chairman Avigdor Lieberman as Public Security Minister and commends President Moshe Katsav for speaking out against those who would revoke Israeli Arabs’ citizenship and/or civil rights. Hatzofeh criticizes the Labor Party for all-too-quickly shelving its promises of a new socio-economic agenda in its rush to join the Government. HEADLINES FROM THE HEBREW PRESS HAARETZ 1. EGYPT PRESSING HAMAS TO RECOGNIZE ISRAEL. Mubarak initiating meeting between Olmert and Abu Mazen. 2. MAZUZ: WE WILL DEFEND DECISION TO REVOKE HAMAS MEMBERS’ RESIDENCY BEFORE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE. HATZOFEH 1. Outrage in political establishment at UAL-Ta’al Arab MKs who met with Palestinian MPs from Hamas. DEMAND: INVESTIGATE MKS WHO MET WITH SENIOR HAMAS LEADERS. Two days after Tel Aviv terrorist attack, three Arab MKs met with Palestinian MPs who reside in eastern Jerusalem after it was decided to revoke their citizenship. MK Ophir Pines: „Neither pardon nor forgiveness for MKs who met Hamas leaders.” MKs demanding to dismiss MK Taleb A’Sana from Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee. 2. IDF STEPPING UP ACTIVITY AGAINST TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS. In Tuesday security discussion, it was decided to increase pressure on organizations. ISA Director: 88 terrorists have been arrested recently en route to attacks. 3. JAPAN HALTS AID TO PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY. 4. LABOR ASKS COURT TO CHANGE ELECTION RESULTS. MA’ARIV 1. UN Secy.-Gen. attacks Syria and Iran. „HEZBOLLAH MUST BE DISBANDED.” Kofi Annan’s dramatic statement made following report which determined that organization continues to control southern Lebanon. YEDIOT AHRONOT 1. Agreement being formulated between Kadima and United Torah Judaism: CHILD ALLOWANCES FOR HAREDI CHILDREN AT EXPENSE OF SECULAR CHILDREN. Kadima seriously considering acceding to United Torah Judaism’s demand: Cut 1/3 from allowances for first and second children and transfer funds to large families. Labor: Without Finance and Education we’re out; Kadima – They will not set the rules. 2. Response to terrorist attack: BROAD MILITARY OPERATION – NO; INFORMATION CAMPAIGN – YES. Thus decided at meeting summoned by Olmert. Israel to revoke residency status of Hamas leaders who live in eastern Jerusalem.
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