Olmert's Overture To Assad.(Ehud Olmert and Hafez Assad)

From: APS Diplomat News Service | Date: September 24, 2007 | Copyright information

The mysterious Sept. 6 raid in the Syrian desert contributed to a surge in the popularity of Israeli PM Ehud Olmert, with an opinion poll showing a gain of up to 10 points. For nearly a fortnight Israel has pointedly declined to comment on the "alleged strike", which hit between Aleppo and al-Rakka. But pride that Israel is flexing its military muscles appears to have lifted Olmert's approval rating. Olmert on Sept. 17 said: "We have no reason to rule out dialogue with Syria", prai...

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