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- Blair was scheduled to visit the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, July 15, 2008
- Visit canceled due to a "specific" and "credible" threatAssociated Press: Blair postpones Gaza visit, cites specific threat(July 15, 2008)
- Planned to inspect a wastewater project that was internationally fundedVOA: Middle East Envoy Blair Cancels Visit to Gaza Due to 'Security Threat'(July 15, 2008)
- Had to cancel meeting with UN Palestinian refugee agency Commissioner General Karen Abu ZaidAFP: Blair cancels first trip to Gaza over 'threat'(July 15, 2008)
- Also canceled a visit to Sderot, a town frequently targeted by Palestinian militantsAssociated Press: Blair postpones Gaza visit, cites specific threat(July 15, 2008)
- Intends to reschedule tripAssociated Press: Blair postpones Gaza visit, cites specific threat(July 15, 2008)
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Mideast envoy and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair was forced to cancel a trip to the Gaza Strip due to fears of an assassination attempt. Blair was advised by Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak to stay away from the region, citing a "specific security threat."Telegraph: Tony Blair Cancels Gaza Trip Over Death Threats(July 15, 2008)
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Blair Gaza Assassination Fear Questions
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Who are the good guys in the Israel / Gaza war? 15 Answershttp://www.cbsnews.com/images/2009/01/07/image4703865.gif Ooo, I don't think it's that easy to just choose sides. Israel is fighting Hamas, who are the r... read more -
Do you fear the responsiblity of success? 2 AnswersI do feel some fear with added responsibility, however with new challenges come new rewards. I think its quite normal to have some fear, but you cant let that ... read more -
Do you think the cease fire in Gaza will last? 3 AnswersI think it's doubtful. This conflict has been going on in one way or another literally for thousands of years. I hate to be pessimist, but I don't see it ending... read more
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