RENEE MONTAGNE
Morning Edition (NPR)
11-07-2006
West Bank City of Nablus Suffers from Lawlessness

Host: RENEE MONTAGNE
Time 10:00-11:00 AM

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RENEE MONTAGNE, host:

And even as much attention in the Middle East has been focused on the Gaza Strip, the situation in the West Bank is hardly any better. In the area's largest city, Nablus, gunmen have virtually taken over the streets, and many residents are afraid to leave their homes.

The crime rate is soaring and the local government seems unable to respond. The mayor of Nablus blames Israel for this grim situation, but some ...

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