Salman And I Deserve Special Awards Katrina

Salman And I Deserve Special Awards Katrina

Updated :   Friday  February  19 , 2010  2:10:23 PM

MUMBAI: The 55th Idea Filmfare Awards 2009 is all set to happen at Yash Raj studios in Mumbai on 27th Feb 2010 and who better than the gorgeous Katrina Kaif to announce the grant event!

Looking supremely sexy in a body hugging knee length purple dress, Katrina Kaif proved to be rather witty in her replies to the press.

Unlike other Bollywood actresses who choose to be diplomatic, Katrina even openly confessed how Priyanka Chopra and Vidya Balan deserve the Filmfare Best Actress award for Kaminey and Pa respectively, inspite of them being Kats competitors in the same category. Katrina has won a Best Actress nomination for her performance in New York.

Katrina even light-heartedly apologized to a member of the press for not able to speak in fluent Hindi said, “Mujhe Maaf Kijiye, main koshish kar rahi hoon”. Speaking on awards, Katrina said, “I always get nominated but never win! Its great that the audience likes my work and that is my reward but I’d also like to win awards. They make you feel proud of your work, your film.”

In spite of being in the Hindi film industry for over 20 years, Salman too hasn’t won a Filmfare award. “Filmfare should start a special category for people who have not won a Filmfare like Salman and me” laughed Katrina.

The actress will also be performing at the 55th Idea Filmfare awards 2009, an act which will be choreographed by Ganesh Hegde.

The hosts of the show have been kept under wraps.

Speaking on the occasion, Tarun Rai, CEO, Worldwide Media Private Limited, said, "I am really amazed that we have been doing this for 55 long years. Earlier, we had three categories and handful of films. Today, we have 111 films vying for 37 categories."

Modi denies SA to host Champions League

 Modi denies SA to host Champions League Updated at: 0943 PST,  Saturday, February 20, 2010
 LONDON: Champions League Twenty20 chairman Lalit Modi says no definite decision has been taken on where this year's event will take place.

Modi confirmed that the tournament would run from 10-26 September but said the CSA announcement was premature.

The competition will feature domestic Twenty20 sides from India, England, Australia, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, West Indies and South Africa but the dates clash with the end of the English domestic season.

CSA said on its official website that it was "their turn" to stage the event. The statement has since been taken down.

Modi said: "I am the chairman of the Champions League and what we have done is request a few of the boards to let us know if they are ready to host the Champions League.

"The Champions League has been conceived to be a travelling tournament, we have also spoken to Australia, the ECB and the BCCI to affirm whether they are ready to host.

"I think what happened is the South African board approved that they would like to host it and South Africa definitely is in hot contention for that without doubt. The decision is still to be decided upon by the Champions League board."

Modi also said that the composition of the event had still not been decided upon.

No objection to reopening of Swiss cases : President

‘No objection to reopening of Swiss cases’: President

Updated at: 2133 PST,  Saturday, February 20, 2010  ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed willingness to fulfill the orders of the higher judiciary in their true spirit, saying he has no objection to the reopening of Swiss cases. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani assured the President that the judiciary poses no threat to democracy, sources told Geo News on Saturday. A meeting of core group of Pakistan People’s Party held last night here at the Presidency in the joint chairmanship of the President and Prime Minister, agreed that all the future decisions will be made in consultation with the core group. The meeting expressed its confidence in Prime Minister’s tackling of the issue of judges’ appointment. Regarding reopening of the Swiss cases, President Zardari said there is no substance in those cases. “Had there been anything concrete in those cases, I would have already been awarded punishment,” he claimed, adding, therefore, that he has no objection to the reopening of Swiss cases. Referring to Article-248 of the Constitution, President Asif Ali Zardari said, when required, the judiciary will be informed that he enjoys constitutional immunity under this Article. The meeting termed as totally flawed the advice given by government advisers in connection with the judges’ appointment, causing humiliation to the government. Federal Minister for Law and Justice Dr. Babar Awan and Adviser to Prime Minister Latif Khosa were also invited to the meeting which they excused to attend on the pretext of indisposition.

England set Pakistan 149-run target in 2nd T20

England set Pakistan 149-run target in 2nd T20

Updated at: 2055 PST,  Saturday, February 20, 2010  DUBAI: England set a modest target of 149 runs for Pakistan in the second Twenty20 International here at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday. After Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik won the toss again and this time he put England to bat first who made 148 runs for the loss of six wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Opener Jonathan Trott and Kevin Pietersen posted 98 runs for the second wicket partnership after England lost Joe Denly, who was bowled by pacer Yasir Arafat. They took score to 110 in 16.1 overs when Trott was run out by Imran Nazir for 39. Then, England lost two more wickets for only 15 runs due to which their run rate became slower. Pietersen smashed 62 from 40 balls with three sixes and four boundaries. Later, Arafat captured two more wickets on successive balls in the final over to finish with three for 32. Other wicket-takers were Umar Gul and Saeed Ajmal, taking one wicket each. Both Pakistan and England made one change each in their teams as Shahid Afridi returned to Pakistan side after serving his two-match ban. He replaced Khalid Lateef.. England leading 1-0 in the two-match series, dropped Ryan Sidebottom, who has a thigh strain following an awkward fall in the field in the Friday match. In his place, Ajmal Shahzad made his T20 debut. Teams: Pakistan: Imran Farhat, Imran Nazir, Shoaib Malik (captain), Umar Akmal, Shahid Afridi, Fawad Alam, Abdul Razzaq, Sarfraz Ahmed (wk), Yasir Arafat, Umar Gul, Saeed Ajmal. England: Joe Denly, Jonathan Trott, Kevin Pietersen, Paul Collingwood (captain), Eoin Morgan, Luke Wright, Matt Prior (wk), Stuart Broad, Tim Bresnan, Ajmal Shahzad, Graeme Swann.

President Zardari vows to protect democracy

President Zardari vows to protect democracy

Updated at: 2152 PST,  Friday, February 19, 2010  ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday said Pakistan People’s Party would continue its forward march to strengthen democracy and state institutions and put Pakistan back on the track of socio-economic progress. He said that the economy was showing signs of improvement and the nation was on its way to overcome its difficulties. The President was addressing a meeting of the office bearers and party workers of PPP from Chakwal district here in the Presidency. Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, Minster for Water and Power, Ms Farzana Raja, Chairman BISP, Ms Mahreen Anwar Raja, MOS for Parliamentary Affairs, Senator Faisal Raza Abdi, and MNAs Ms Fauzia Habib and Ms. Farahnaz Ispahani were also present. The President said that PPP knows the value of democracy because it had made big sacrifices for it and it will protect and strengthen democracy at all cost. He said that PPP being the largest political force in the country will seek to take a collective decision on the nature of Local Bodies polls with coalition partners in all the provinces. The President said that 2010 is local bodies election year and asked the party workers to prepare themselves for the forthcoming local bodies elections. He said that local bodies is a provincial subject but we aim at bringing all provinces to a common approach. The President on this occasion directed Raja Pervaiz Ashraf for finalizing the list of candidates for local bodies election in the near few weeks so that the party is fully prepared when the elections to the local bodies are held. “PPP was the only formidable political force with roots in all the provinces and will continue to be a force to be reckoned in the future” the President said and asked the party workers to reach out to the people of their respective constituencies and work diligently for resolving their problems to further penetrate the roots of the party among the common people of the society.

Saudi grand mufti declares terror un-Islamic

Saudi grand mufti declares terror un-Islamic
Updated at: 1801 PST,  Friday, February 19, 2010  RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's top religious authority on Friday denounced terror attacks as un-Islamic and condemned the killing of civilians, saying such attacks have nothing to do with the Muslim religion. "Terrorism is criminal and spills the blood of innocents," said Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah al-Sheikh, the kingdom's senior most cleric. "It attacks security, spreads terror among the people and creates problems for society. Such acts are forbidden by Islamic law," he said in a statement reported on the official SPA news agency. "It is necessary to fight against the attempts by some to attach terrorism to Islam and Muslims with the goal of distorting the religion and to assail its leadership role in the world," he added. The statement was for a conference on international cooperation in fighting terrorism and its financing, to open Saturday in Riyadh.

Pakistan set England 130-run target in 1st T20

Pakistan set England 130-run target in 1st T20

Updated at: 2044 PST,  Friday, February 19, 2010  DUBAI: Pakistan set a target of 130 runs for England in the first Twenty20 International here at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Friday. Winning the toss, Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik elected to bat first and his team made 129 runs for the loss of eight wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Malik was the top scorer with 33 off 26 balls, followed by Fawad Alam (23) and Abdul Razzaq (22). Fawad and Abdul Razzaq both hit a six each. For England, Graeme Swann, Stuart Broad and Tim Bresnan claimed two wickets each. Pakistan are defending their crown in the Caribbean in April and May of this year, and following a forgettable tour of Australia, the coming couple of matches represent a chance to boost their confidence. For England, this is their first international outing since their series ambitions were thwarted by a rampant Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel at Johannesburg last month. Teams: Pakistan: Imran Nazir, Imran Farhat, Khalid Latif, Umar Akmal, Shoaib Malik (captain), Fawad Alam, Abdul Razzaq, Sarfraz Ahmed (wk), Umar Gul, Yasir Arafat, Saeed Ajmal. England: Joe Denly, Jonathan Trott, Kevin Pietersen, Paul Collingwood (captain), Eoin Morgan, Luke Wright, Matt Prior (wk), Stuart Broad, Tim Bresnan, Graeme Swann, Ryan Sidebottom.

There Is No Deal With Judiciary PM Gilani Says

 PM Gilani denies deal with judiciary Updated at: 1853 PST,  Friday, February 19, 2010
 ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani denied Friday that a deal was made with judiciary on the issue of judges’ appointment and called the rumors in this regard unfair.

Speaking to media after the 2nd Convocation of Air University, the Prime Minister said he is the country’s chief executive and any decision was to be taken through consultation.

To a question about initiating action against the legal team on the issue of judges’ appointment, the prime minister said: “Cabinet is mutually responsible in a parliamentary system. Any individual can not be held fully responsible.”

Gilani said every decision would be taken in line with the country’s interest.

About water issue, Premier Gilani said that he had directed the two chiefs ministers of Punjab and Sindh to mutually resolve the row.

Earlier, addressing the participants of convention, Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani Friday said Pakistan needs to collaborate with advanced countries to develop technological expertise indigenously to become a self-reliant nation

He said Pakistan through indigenisation can cut down expenses, but eventually be able to export technology to the developing countries.

“It is for this reason that our government is collaborating with our Chinese friends in various fields including defence, of which production of JF-17 Thunder Aircraft is an example.”

The prime minister appreciated the establishment of Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics at Air University and noted the support of the Higher Education Commission and Pakistan Air Force for creation of this Centre of Excellence.

The event was also attended by Air Chief Marshal Rao Qamar Suleman, Chief of the Air Staff.

Pakistan cricketers can play IPL-4

Pakistan cricketers can play IPL-4

Updated at: 1552 PST,  Thursday, February 18, 2010  MUMBAI: Two new franchises will be included in the fourth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) after which the number of teams will be ten. Pakistani cricketers can also be entitled for participation in the event. IPL commissioner Lalith Modi said that further two teams would take part in the next season of the event whereas Pakistanis would also be seen in action. Talking with Geo News, Modi said that the two new teams would join the competition from the 2011 season, increasing the number of franchises to 10. Lalit Modi said 12 cities were in contention, including four which will host games during the 2010 season. Modi said tenders for the franchises could be collected from the Board of Control for India or IPL from 21 February and that bids would be opened on 8 March in Mumbai. The cities in the frame are Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Kanpur, Dharamsala, Indore, Cuttack, Gwalior and Visakapatnam. But Modi also indicated that Rajkot, Pune, Vadodara and Kochi, which are in the process of building stadiums, might bid for teams. The new team franchises will be granted access to venues hosting matches during the 2010 IPL in order to familiarise themselves. The 2010 IPL, which is the third edition of the 20-over tournament, begins on 12 March.

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Katrina follows Salman

MUMBAI: Actress Katrina Kaif seems to be following beau Salman Khan’s footsteps. Every fortnight, Salman is known to make an appearance for his fans on the balcony of his Galaxy Apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra neighbourhood. At times, he even meets them personally. Katrina did the same at her house in Andheri recently.

“Katrina was down with a fever and food poisoning, but she kept her professional commitments,” says a source. While she was leaving to perform at an awards functions, she saw fans who had gathered near her building for a glimpse of her. “So she came out of her car and spent 15 minutes with them,” adds the source.

Also like Salman, who often travels in an auto-rickshaw to work, recently Katrina made her first auto-ride. The actress and her manager had come out of a multiplex after watching Ishqiya at 10.30 pm. “When she couldn’t find her driver due to bad network connectivity, she immediately took an auto from Bandra to Andheri,” says the source.

No intention to assume power: Nawaz Says

No intention to assume power: Nawaz
Updated : Wednesday February 17 , 2010 3:22:43 PM

GHOTKI: Muslim League (N) leader Mian Nawaz Sharif has said the implementation of the Charter of Democracy would have saved Pakistan from the trouble it has been facing now.

He was talking to media after his arrival in Ghotki in Sindh province. “We are seeing chaos in Pakistan, which is the result of the absence of the rule of law,” PML-N leader said.

Sharif said, if martial law wouldn’t have imposed in the country it would have been ranked among the developed nations. Nawaz Sharif said in Bhurban agreement we had told People’s Party that “We don’t want ministries but want restoration of judges, cancellation of 17th constitutional amendment and implementation of the Charter of Democracy.

He clarified that he has not intention to assume power. "I have no lust of power...Neither I want to assume the office of President Zardari nor that of Gilani."

Pakistani , Indian biggest fans of online dating

LONDON: India and Pakistan have some of the largest numbers of enthusiasts for online dating, a new poll has revealed.

The BBC World Service global poll surveyed close to 11,000 Internet users in 19 countries, reports the New York Daily News.

And it showed that 30 per cent Web users aren’t looking online for bargains or jobs. In fact, they have romance in mind, and are surfing the Internet for a boyfriend or girlfriend.

According to the poll, 59 per cent of Indians and 60 per cent of Pakistanis are using the Internet to track down a potential partner.

The research, conducted by polling firm GlobeScan , showed that the urge to ‘cyberdate’ isn’t quite as strong among other countries.

It revealed that 21 per cent of Americans use the Internet for finding a partner, as do 16 per cent of South Koreans, 28 per cent of Brits and 27 per cent of the French.

India name squad for one-day series

India name squad for one-day series
Updated at: 1021 PST, Wednesday, February 17, 2010
KOLKATA: Batsman Gautam Gambhir and off-spinner Harbhajan Singh were on Wednesday left out of India's squad for the first two one-day internationals against South Africa.

Gambhir was suffering from a groin injury and Harbhajan opted out due to personal reasons, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said in a press release.

Both players are taking part in the ongoing second Test against the Proteas in Kolkata.

Yuvraj Singh, who missed the Test series due to a wrist injury, was also not considered for selection. All-rounder Yusuf Pathan earned a recall after his impressive performance in recent domestic games and uncapped off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin replaced Harbhajan.

The one-dayers will be played in Jaipur (February 21), Gwalior (February 24) and Ahmedabad (Feb 27).

Squad: Mahendra Singh Dhoni (capt), Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, Virat Kohli, Dinesh Karthik, Suresh Raina, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Zaheer Khan, Ashish Nehra, Sudeep Tyagi, Praveen Kumar, Abhishek Nayar, Yusuf Pathan, Amit Mishra.

Nawaz says waiting for abolishment of 17th amendment

Nawaz says waiting for abolishment of 17th amendment
Updated at: 1511 PST, Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Nawaz says waiting for abolishment of 17th amendment GHOTKI: Leader of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Mian Nawaz Sharif said since two years, we are waiting for the abolishment of 17th amendment and implementation of charter of democracy.

Talking to media in Khan Garh area of Ghotki, Nawaz Sharif said country is facing severe problems including unemployment and poverty. There is a big rift between rich and poor which is a basic cause of turmoil.

PML-N wants to eliminate poverty and unemployment, end of turmoil and strong democracy in the country.

Nawaz made it clear that he doesn’t want to take premiership from Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani. He said internal difference will collapse the democracy.

About Premier Gilani’s statement of giving good news today, PML-N chief said withdrawal of notification is not good news. The real good news will make everyone happy. Democracy will always be in jeopardy in the absence of good governance. He expressed hope that people of Sindh will support him.

PM announces withdrawal of presidential notifications

Updated at: 1852 PST, Wednesday, February 17, 2010

PM announces withdrawal of presidential notifications ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has announced the formal withdrawal of the two suspended presidential notifications Wednesday following his meeting with Chief Justice of Pakistan Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry at the Prime Minister House.

Briefing the media here, Prime Minister Gilani said the government has also decided to elevate Justice Saqib Nisar and Justice Asif Khosa to the Supreme Court of Pakistan, while Justice (retd) Khalil ur Rehman Ramday will be appointed as ad-hoc judge for a period of one year.

A notification in this regard will be issued anytime today, he announced.

He further said Justice Khawaja Sharif will continue to work as the Chief Justice of Lahore High Court.

Gilani said the decision has been taken in the best interest of nation, country, political forces and the democratic system.

Premier Gilani said: “We have held a meeting with the Chief Justice of Pakistan as part of a consultative process according to the Constitution.”

To a question, he said the decision has full backing of President Asif Ali Zardari. “I and President Zardari are part of one party,” he commented.

About appointment of judges in Lahore High Court and Singh High Court, he said that notification would be issued today, while all vacant slots would be filled.

Earlier, Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry met Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani at the Prime Minister House. The meeting between two continued for more than 2 hours.

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36 anti-kite flying teams formed in Lahore

36 anti-kite flying teams formed in Lahore
No Kite Flying For This Year as well
Updated at: 0846 PST, Tuesday, February 16, 2010
LAHORE: District Coordination Officer (DCO) Lahore Sajjad Ahmed Bhatta has set up at least 36 anti-kite flying monitoring teams with a view to stop citizens from flying kites on the occasion of Basant festive, Geo news reported.

In a statement from his office, he said the anti-kite flying law will be implemented at any cost, adding, at least 18 major hotels in city have taken oath not to allow organization of kite-flying gatherings,which was administered by government officials

We have also deployed watchmen on the high buildings located in the outskirts of city, who have been equipped with wireless sets for immediate actions against kite-flying, he maintained.

Waqar Younis Likely to be the next Coach (Cricket)

Intikhab, Waqar meet Ijaz Butt
Updated at: 2010 PST, Tuesday, February 16, 2010
LAHORE: Former coaches of the Pakistan cricket team called on chairman PCB Ijaz Butt here at the PCB headquarters on Tuesday.

Both coaches in separate meetings with the PCB chairman exchanged views on the national team’s failures during the tour of Australia and informed him about the reasons of defeat.
According to Geo News Sources told Geo News that Waqar Younis presented his conditions to Ijaz Butt for taking responsibility of coaching in future.
(Source Geo)

Pak-SA series may be held in Malaysia (Cricket)

Pak-SA series may be held in Malaysia

Updated at: 1949 PST, Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Pak-SA series may be held in Malaysia LAHORE: The venue of the series between Pakistan and South Africa has so far not been decided but Malaysia is being considered as a likely host.

South Africa refused to tour Pakistan due to security threat.

The series, consisting of three Test matches, five One-day Internationals and a Twenty20 match, has been scheduled to be held in October.

Sources told that there is also a suggestion that the series would be arranged in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Besides, the series maay be shifted to South Africa and Malaysia.

However, the final decision in this regard will be taken in March.
(Source Geo)

LHC dismisses plea challenging Nawaz electoral eligibility

LHC dismisses plea challenging Nawaz electoral eligibility
Shows that the Game is on Mr Nawaz Sharif.
Updated at: 1756 PST, Tuesday, February 16, 2010

LHC dismisses plea challenging Nawaz electoral eligibility LAHORE: An Election Tribunal of the Lahore High Court rejected on Tuesday a petition challenging the electoral eligibility of Pakistan Muslim League-N chief Mian Nawaz Sharif.

The tribunal dismissed the plea and declared Nawaz as eligible to contest election.

The tribunal comprised of Justice Chaudhry Iftikhiar Hussain, Justice Sheikh Azmat Saeed and Justice Nasir.

The petitioner, Shahid Orakzai, insisted that Nawaz Sharif was defaulter and was accused of attacking the Supreme Court.

On the other hand, defense lawyer argued that Nawaz Sahrif was not involved in any attack on the apex court.
Source Geo

PM surprise to CJ

PM makes surprise visit to CJ hosted reception
Well Pm Surprised CJ oh yes but i dont know how much surprises PM has in his pocket.

Updated at: 2223 PST, Tuesday, February 16, 2010
PM makes surprise visit to CJ hosted reception ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani Tuesday surprised the Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry and other guests by appearing at the farewell reception hosted by the latter in honour of Justice (Retd.) Khalil-ur-Rehman Ramday.

Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry welcomed the Prime Minister when the latter made his surprise entry into the reception space, Geo News’ correspondent Abdul Qayum Siddiqui reported. The CJP thanked the Premier for attending the dinner reception.

The Prime Minister spent some time with the CJP in a pleasant atmosphere where Chaudhry Aitzaz Ahsan was also present.

A large number of judges attended the reception.
(Source Geo)

Confrontation detrimental for politics, democracy: Shahbaz

The CM of Punjab Mr Shebaz Sharif says
Confrontation detrimental for politics, democracy: Shahbaz


Updated at: 1925 PST, Monday, February 15, 2010
Confrontation detrimental for politics, democracy: Shahbaz LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif Monday said a confrontational course will prove detrimental for the country’s politics and democracy and that the country cannot afford such a situation in the existing circumstances.

The Chief Minister was addressing the PML-N MPAs here in the Chief Minister House.

He said the prevailing circumstances require adoption of a sensible approach instead of an aggressive action.

Earlier, Dr. Fauzia Siddiqui sister of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui called on the Punjab Chief Minister.

The CM said Dr. Aafia Siddiqui is daughter of the nation and the entire nation stands by the side of her family at this difficult time.

Shahbaz Sharif also chaired a meeting to review law and order situation in which he directed to launch a crack down on manufacturers of kites and metallic twine.

He ordered strict implementation of ban on kite-flying and warned the people responsible for any loss of life will not be spared.
(According to Geo)

PCB deducts Rs7 million from Shoaib Akhtar’s dues

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PCB deducts Rs7 million from Shoaib Akhtar’s dues

Updated at: 1909 PST, Monday, February 15, 2010
PCB deducts Rs7 million from Shoaib Akhtar’s dues LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) sent Rs44,971 to Shoaib Akhtar after deducting Rs7,000,000.

As per details, the PCB deducted Rs4,250,000 as fine from the amount of his match fee and prize money.
(Source Geo)

Sources said that Shoaib Akhtar also did not receive Rs2,750,000 nor he got Rs3 million for his knee operation.

Ex Israeli officers doubts power to hit Iran nuke sites

Updated at: 1530 PST, Monday, February 15, 2010

Ex Israeli officers doubts power to hit Iran nuke sites JERUSALEM: Israel may lack the military means for successful pre-emptive strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, its former top general said.

Asked in a television interview about Israeli leaders' vows to "take care" of the perceived threat, ex-general Dan Halutz, who stepped down as armed forces chief in 2007, said: "We are taking upon ourselves a task that is bigger than us."

"I think that the State of Israel should not take it upon itself to be the flag-bearer of the entire Western world in the face of the Iranian threat," Halutz, whose previous military post was as air force commander, told the channel.

"I'm not some passer-by. I've filled a few positions that give me a different level of information to the average person," he said without elaborating.
(Source Geo)