Posted on 01/12/2008 2:36:06 PM PST by STARWISE
Enjoy your visit to Sanity Island
The President continues his travels to Israel, the West Bank, Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt from January 8-16, 2008.
PHOTO OF THE DAY
Jan. 12, 2008 ~ President George W. Bush reaches out to greet members of the military in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.
QUOTE(s) OF THE DAY
President's Radio Address ~ January 12, 2008
Good morning. I'm speaking to you from the Middle East, where I have been meeting with friends and allies. We're discussing how we can work together to confront the extremists who threaten our future. And I have encouraged them to take advantage of the historic opportunity we have before us to advance peace, freedom, and security in this vital part of the world.
My first stop was Israel and the Palestinian Territories. I had good meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Olmert and Palestinian President Abbas. Both these men are committed to peace in the Holy Land. Both these men have been elected by their people. And both share a vision of two democratic states -- Israel and Palestine -- living side by side in peace and security.
I came away encouraged by my meetings with Israeli and Palestinian leaders. Each side understands that the key to achieving its own goals is helping the other side achieve its goals. For the Israelis, their main goal is ensuring the safety of their people and the security of their nation. For the Palestinians, the goal is a state of their own, where they can enjoy the dignity that comes with sovereignty and self-government.
In plain language, the result must be the establishment of a free and democratic homeland for the Palestinian people, just as Israel is a free and democratic homeland for the Jewish people. For this to happen, the Israelis must have secure, recognized, and defensible borders. And the Palestinians must have a state that is viable, contiguous, sovereign, and independent.
Achieving this vision will require tough decisions and painful concessions from both sides.
I believe that a peace agreement between Israelis and Palestinians that defines a Palestinian state is possible this year. Prime Minister Olmert made clear to me that he understands a democratic Palestinian state is in the long-term security interests of Israel. President Abbas is committed to achieving this Palestinian state through negotiation.
The United States cannot impose an agreement on the Israelis and Palestinians -- that is something they must work out themselves. But with hard work and good will on both sides, they can make it happen. And both men are getting down to the serious work of negotiation to make sure it does happen.
The United States will do all we can to encourage these negotiations and promote reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians. But the international community has a responsibility to help as well.
In particular, the Arab nations of the Gulf have a responsibility both to support President Abbas, Prime Minister Fayyad, and other Palestinian leaders as they work for peace, and to work for a larger reconciliation between Israel and the Arab world. And in my meetings with Arab leaders over the next few days, I will urge them to do their part.
A democratic Palestinian state is in the interests of the Palestinians. It is in the long-term security interests of Israel. And it is in the interests of a world at war with terrorists and extremists trying to impose their brutal vision on the Middle East.
By helping the Israeli and Palestinian people lay the foundation for lasting peace, we will help build a more hopeful future for the Holy Land -- and a safer world for the American people.
Thank you for listening.
President George W. Bush reaches out to King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa as he deplanes Air Force One Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, after arriving at Bahrain International Airport in Manama, Bahrain.
This was ALMOST the Photo of the Day .. look at that smile and the smiling Bahrainis.
President George W. Bush enjoys the moment with performers Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, after being presented with a sword by King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa, left, during arrival ceremonies in Manama, Bahrain.
Today, in Kuwait, with Gen. David Petraeus, Amb. Ryan Crocker, Sec. Condoleezza Rice and our awesome troops
President George W. Bush emphasizes a point as he speaks to troops at Camp Arifjan Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, in Kuwait. Said the President, "There is no doubt in my mind when history is written, the final page will say:
Victory was achieved by the United States of America for the good of the world; that by doing the hard work now, we can look back and say, the United States of America is more secure, and generations of Americans will be able to live in peace."
Those Whitehouse pic’s look fine here.
your, not youur
Explain, please
Bush watching all the smiling Bahrainis reminds me of the movie Laurence of Arabia. Bush looks so happy and rested. He needed to get away from all the negative and hate from the media and the lefties here. Just look at thoes great smiles on his face. He looks terrific! Way to go Bush!!!
they are showing on my side
Great pics, and thanks for the thread.
Beautiful, Starwise..Thank you.
I did not post on your wonderful New year’s threads I don’t think..They were wonderful! Thank you!
Members of the military line the path to the stage as President George W. Bush appeared Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. An estimated 4,000 troops heard the President say "…History will say, it was when you were called upon, you served, and the service you rendered was absolutely necessary to defeat an enemy overseas so we do not have to face them here at home..."
Troops reach out for President George W. Bush as he leaves the stage after delivering remarks to military personnel and coalition forces at Camp Arifjan before departing Kuwait Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, for Bahrain.
An estimated 4,000 troops listen to remarks by President George W. Bush Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.
God Bless President Bush. He is truly a great man. One of a kind.
He is the greatest President in the history of our Nation. God must help him hold the burden that rests on his shoulders.
President George W. Bush (C) and Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah (L) walk together during the arrival ceremony of the former at Kuwait International Airport in Kuwait City, on January 11.
My pleasure, Kas .. LOTS of pics .. ;)
PC .. it’s been very random and weird
AND frustrating! LOL .. I think all
but a couple are showing for me as well.
He really looks wonderful. God bless and
protect him and his party safely home.
Thanks SO much for the kind words . . ;)
You’re welcome. He’s one in a million,
and I believe that in my heart.
You little devil !!! How’d ya do it, spill .. YAY!
You KNOW I’m a happy camper ... ;)
:D
I had a feeling that this would make your day!
I just happened on to it on my search engine. It hasn’t
popped up before today, I swear! I just typed in the name
just to see what would happen.
((((hugs))))...happy Saturday!
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