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Galil Report features – World Net Daily
German engineers the past few weeks have been in Israel working to improve three advanced, nuclear capable attack submarines it provided the Jewish state last year, security sources tell the Galil Report. Many here have estimated the vessels can be used both as a strategic, second-strike nuclear deterrent or for conventional use during any large-scale confrontation. Military officials say the submarines are not needed for Israel's current campaign in Lebanon. The officials said Israel recently has discussed with foreign governments travel and refueling routes so the submarines can reach the Persian Gulf – within firing distance of Iran.

Pro-Israel Neocons Continue Push for War Against Iran
MSNBC (Video clip) -- Neocons in the Bush administration are passing on secret intelligence to Israel in hopes of keeping the war going. This five minute MSNBC television report, includes revealing interview with national security expert James Bamford on how the Bush administration is carrying out the Zionist plan for a reordering of the Middle East for Israel.

Why America Gives Israel Its Unconditional Support
The Economist (Britain) -- Why is America so much more pro-Israeli than Europe? The most obvious answer lies in the power of two very visible political forces: the Israeli lobby (AIPAC) and the religious right. AIPAC, which has an annual budget of almost $50m, a staff of 200, ... 100,000 grassroots members and a decades-long history of wielding influence, is arguably the most powerful lobby in Washington, mightier even than the National Rifle Association.... A few cracks are starting to appear. But they are still insignificant in the mighty edifice of support.