Winds of Change in Israel?

[2HousePlague]

"According to legislation passed by the Knesset last week, beginning in 2006, a newly-established authority will now be responsible for promoting all aspects of culture, tourism and external contacts for the city of Jerusalem.

The authority will also be responsible for coordinating between the various government ministries, providing information, and advising other Jerusalem-based organizations and institutions that deal with these matters...more

cool. i was all set to go to telaviv, back in 1990, with my friends, gil, roni, efrat and doron, but the trip was cancelled at the last minute., which was a blessing at the time. but, i'd love visit this year, and wail a bit.

[Quagmire]

With Israel rattling its sabre at Iran claiming they are going to open up a can of whoopass on them in March, I think you might want to hold off on your trip, or get moving before March.

[2HousePlague]

Originally Posted by Quagmire

With Israel rattling its sabre at Iran claiming they are going to open up a can of whoopass on them in March, I think you might want to hold off on your trip, or get moving before March.

Some might argue that a condition of threat does wonders for a society.

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Finally, there's the one degree of separation phenomenon.
Here in Israel you can meet absolutely anyone, if you have the
chutzpa. A writer friend of mine just hosted renowned author
Yann Martel (Life of Pi) and his girlfriend at his Jerusalem
apartment for the past three days. How did that happen...more

[Quagmire]

I meant more along the lines of consideration for your personal safety. You can't walk through life worrying about everything that *might* happen, but at the same time if a place is going to turn into a warzone, its not the best place to be.

After Iran's comments about Israel needing to be wiped off the face of the earth I can't blame Israel for what they plan to do. Iran made it very clear what they would do if they had the ability. Now is the time to nip that problem in the bud.

[directfiesta]

You should stay away ( too bad, because it must be amazing to visit):

USA preparing to invade Iran :

During his recent visit to Ankara, CIA Director Porter Goss reportedly brought three dossiers on Iran to Ankara. Goss is said to have asked for Turkey?s support for Washington?s policy against Iran?s nuclear activities, charging that Tehran had supported terrorism and taken part in activities against Turkey. Goss also asked Ankara to be ready for a possible US air operation against Iran and Syria. Goss, who came to Ankara just after FBI Director Robert Mueller?s visit, brought up Iran?s alleged attempts to develop nuclear weapons. It was said that Goss first told Ankara that Iran has nuclear weapons and this situation was creating a huge threat for both Turkey and other states in the region. Diplomatic sources say that Washington wants Turkey to coordinate with its Iran policies. The second dossier is about Iran?s stance on terrorism. The CIA argued that Iran was supporting terrorism, the PKK and al-Qaeda. The third had to do with Iran?s alleged stance against Ankara. Goss said that Tehran sees Turkey as an enemy and would try to ?export its regime.?

Note that Goss never talks about Israel ... surpriising