28 November 2007
Washington News in Brief
Palestinian State Possible in 2008
Meeting with Palestinian and Israeli leaders, President Bush expressed confidence that the creation of a democratic Palestinian state may be possible by the end of the year.
Provincial Reconstruction Teams in Iraq are helping strengthen local governments and providing assistance to help create jobs, deliver basic services, and build up local economies.
Israelis, Palestinians Set Talks Agenda
Palestinian President Abbas gives President Bush his perspective on the next stage of the Israeli-Palestinian dialogue.
Israelis, Palestinians Pledge Peace
The time has come for a Palestinian state and peace in the Middle East, but Israelis and Palestinians will need international help, President Bush told representatives from nearly 50 countries and international organizations at a one-day conference at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. "The time is right. The cause is just. And with hard effort, I know they can succeed," Bush says. (More)
Troop Draw Down Begins in Iraq
Security conditions have improved enough in Iraq that the United States has begun the drawdown of U.S. combat troops from Diyala province. "The redeployment without replacement reflects overall improved security within Iraq, as well as improved capabilities of the Iraqi security forces and the emergence of concerned local citizens," Navy Rear Admiral Gregory Smith says. (More)
Failing at Business Is Learning Tool
“There is a culture of failure that is unique to the United States,” says Jonathan Ortmans, referring to the role failure plays in business activity. “You can fail, and it is seen as a badge of honor.” The business environment includes an attitude that sees failure as a necessary part of the education of a successful leader. (More)
United States Sends Relief to Bangladesh
The United States is sending naval ships and $2.1 million in emergency relief supplies to Bangladesh to help the victims of Cyclone Sidr, which ravaged the country's southern coast. American officials have expressed condolences and sympathies to the victims while two Navy warships carrying helicopters for relief operations steam toward the coast of Bangladesh. (More)
