Bush in Israel for peace talks

US president George Bush has begun a three-day visit to Israel where he will make a new push for peace in the Middle East.

Wed, 14 May, 2008 - 10:59

US president George Bush has begun a three-day visit to Israel where he will make a new push for peace in the Middle East.

The president arrived in Tel Aviv and is to fly by helicopter to Jerusalem for events today and tomorrow marking the 60th anniversary of Israel’s birth.

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