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Although Israel withdrew from Lebanon in 2000, and their complete withdrawal was verified by the United Nations, Lebanon now considers the Shebaa farms — a 26-km² ( 10-mi² ) piece of land captured by Israel from Syria in the 1967 war and considered by the UN to be disputed territory between Syria and Israel — to be Lebanese territory.
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Although chapters 4: 9-10 have said that there is " no king in Zion ", these chapters predict a new military ruler will emerge from Bethlehem, the traditional home of the Davidic monarchy, to restore the security of Israel.
Although the prophets urged the people of Judah and Israel to see their exile as punishment for failing to uphold their covenant with Yahweh, it was not long after they had been restored to the land and to Temple worship that the people's commitment to their God began, once again, to wane.
Although some say Judaism is noncreedal in nature, others say it recognizes a single creed, the Shema Yisrael, which begins: " Hear, O Israel: the LORD our God, the LORD is one.
Although the writer says that he was king over Israel ( 1: 12 ), and speaks as though he were Solomon, he nowhere says that he is Solomon.
Although Gemayel did not cooperate with the Israelis publicly, his long history of tactical collaboration with Israel counted against him in the eyes of many Lebanese, especially Muslims.
Although only Israel and El Salvador, which was receiving massive amounts of military aid to fight its own guerrilla insurgency, voted with the U. S., the money still has not been paid.
Although unofficial, ties remained close, with Israel remaining a major donor to Niger.
Although both Finkelstein and Silberman accept that David and Solomon were real kings of Judah about the 10th century BC, they claim that the earliest independent reference to the Kingdom of Israel is about 890 BC, and for Judah about 750 BC.
Although the population exchange of the Arabs of Palestine with Jews from across the Arab world took place around the period of the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948, the idea of the transfer of Arabs from Palestine, usually to Iraq ( where there was a sizable Iraqi Jewish population ), had been considered about half a century beforehand.
Although Israel does not officially confirm or deny having nuclear weapons, the country is widely believed to be in possession of them.
Although his status as " leader of the Arabs " was badly damaged by the Israeli victory over the Arab armies in the Six-Day War, as well as Egypt's failure to win the subsequent War of Attrition against Israel, many in the general Arab population still view Nasser as a symbol of Arab dignity and freedom.
Although Israel declared the raid necessary to suppress Palestinian fedayeen raids, it was unanimously condemned by the UN Security Council.
Although he discouraged Syria and Palestinian paramilitary factions from provoking the Israelis, admitting that he had no plans for war with Israel, Nasser nonetheless called for the creation of the United Arab Command ( UAC ).
Although Nasser made secret contacts with Israel in 1954 – 55, he concluded that peace with Israel would be impossible, considering it an " expansionist state that viewed the Arabs with disdain.
Although most literary references to Israelites are located in the Hebrew Bible, there is also abundant non-biblical archaeological and historical evidence of ancient Israel and Judah.
Although he was a strong supporter of the peace process he doubted that Israel was committed to land-for-peace deals.
Although the majority of homes in Israel still receive daily newspapers nowadays, in this decade many main newspapers were closed, including Hadashot, Al HaMishmar, and Davar.
Although Israel does not have diplomatic or official trade relations with Djibouti ( a member of the Arab League ), following a meeting between officials of both countries in September 1995, plans were then announced to open liaison offices in the respective countries ’ capitals, prior to the possible establishment of diplomatic relations between the two states.
Although Israel was one of the first countries that recognized Bangladesh ( 4 February 1972 ) upon its independence ; Bangladesh does not recognise Israel as legitimate and officially forbids its citizens to travel to Israel by putting " Valid for travel to all countries except Israel " on Bangladeshi passports.
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Although George I ( 1714 – 1727 ) attended Cabinet meetings at first, after 1717 he withdrew because he did not speak English and was bored with the discussions.
Although this caused outrage in Europe and a diplomatic crisis, the English quietly withdrew from most of their Indonesian activities ( except trading in Bantam ) and focused on other Asian interests.
Although Louis took Maastricht and William's attack against Charleroi failed, Lieutenant-Admiral Michiel de Ruyter defeated the Anglo-French fleet three times, forcing Charles to end England's involvement by the Treaty of Westminster ; after 1673, France slowly withdrew from Dutch territory ( with the exception of Maastricht ), while making gains elsewhere.
Although often attending public events in her later life, Shearer withdrew from the glamor side of Hollywood and preferred anonymity, with her secretary stating in 1960: " Miss Shearer does not want any publicity.
Although Elizabeth's governess at one time averred that the Queen had found Elizabeth in Seymour's arms ( implying a sexual encounter or close to it ), she later withdrew the story.
Although there was no organized resistance to his presence in Canada, Harrison withdrew to Detroit because of supply problems.
Although the original developer withdrew from the scene in the 1980s due to bankruptcy, that plan has generally been followed.
Although in common use, Robert Hale apparently saw this as deceptive and " contrary to the exactness of truth and justice which became a Christian ; so that he withdrew himself from the inns of court to live on his estate in the country ".
Although inconclusive and of a limited impact, Haakon withdrew to Orkney for the winter.
Although Chapin had cooperated with the writer, following his death the family withdrew their support.
Although Essex had been reinforced by some of his units which had lagged behind on the march, he withdrew on 25 October to Warwick Castle, abandoning seven guns on the battlefield.
Although drawn to perform in second place, ERT withdrew the entry a few weeks before the contest.
Although the Māori occupied part of the town, they did little damage beyond burning seven houses and withdrew when night fell.
Although this training qualified him to work as a schoolteacher, he instead enrolled in business college in Chatham, from which he withdrew after four months of successful study.
Although the British were nevertheless repelled by the defenders at the Second Battle of Sacket's Harbor, Chauncey immediately withdrew into Sacket's Harbor until mid-July, when a new heavy sloop of war had been completed.
Although urged by Porter to maintain his position, he also withdrew.
Although Namibia withdrew from the Common Monetary Area, the rand is still legal tender there.
Although Tibet withdrew in response, the Tuyühu Empire lost much of its territory in southern Gansu.
Although Syria eventually withdrew from Lebanon, it maintained its influence via Hezbollah who continued to attack Northern Israel long after the withdrawal had been certified by UNIFL.
Although the accuser withdrew her charges the U. S. military court-martialed the suspect and sentenced him to 4 years in prison under the stricter rules of the military justice system.
Although a form of treaty was concluded between Iran and the Ottoman state, the borders had still not been delineated when the Crimean War erupted and the British and Russian mediators found themselves at war and withdrew.
Although it offered parts its competition did not, the set was not very successful and Ives withdrew it from the market in 1917.
Although early in his life he was socially active and good friends with prominent musicians and artists including Eugène Delacroix, Franz Liszt and Frédéric Chopin, he gradually withdrew from the concert platform after 1848, and he lived a reclusive life in Paris until his death.
Although Smith did seek re-election to the governor's seat in 1811, he polled behind William Hawkins on the first ballot and withdrew himself from consideration.
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