An example of the political schizophrenia that is afflicting U.S. policies in the Middle East. There is something schizophrenic about the idea of sectarian manipulation to achieve a more "balanced" Middle East. Is there really such a thing? The Shi'as took the Iraqi helm after the ousting of Saddam with our encouragement. Now, they have grown too big for their britches. The lessons of the past have been lost on many.
Marilyn
by Toby Harnden
US Editor
Telegraph
The Central Intelligence Agency has been authorised to take covert action against Hizbollah as part of a secret plan by President George W. Bush to help the Lebanese government prevent the spread of Iranian influence. Senators and congressmen have been briefed on the classified "non-lethal presidential finding" that allows the CIA to provide financial and logistical support to the prime minister, Fouad Siniora.
The finding was signed by Mr Bush before Christmas after discussions between his aides and Saudi Arabian officials. Details of its existence, known only to a small circle of White House officials, intelligence officials and members of Congress, have been passed to The Daily Telegraph (read more........) CIA Gets the Go Ahead
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/
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