We estimate that tens of thousands more children will die worldwide and some 10 million people are likely to be living below the poverty line of 1 a day because of the terrorist attacks.
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We cannot turn globalization back. Our challenge is to make globalization an instrument of opportunity and inclusion -- not fear and insecurity. With all the forces making the world smaller, it is time to change our way of thinking, time to realize we live together in one world, not two -- this poverty is in our community wherever we live. It is our responsibility.James Wolfensohn
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Some Palestinians are wondering why it shouldn't be three months, or maybe one month or one week. They are forgetting that Rafah being in Palestinian and Egyptian hands, without an Israeli presence, is something they should be proud of as a major achievement.
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I do believe that Secretary Rice is very keen to make sure that the deal is done,
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