US media praises speech, Israelis cautiously supportive
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With a Grain of Salt: Obama not Tom Thumb
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Muslims see shift in Obama speech, no breakthrough
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Band brings roots reggae to Cairo's elite
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Egyptian, Lebanese journalists receive press freedom award
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Reforms, not votes, will ensure Lebanese independence
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Kefaya blames heavy security for thwarted demonstration
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Obama pours balm on painful divisions
Judging by the standing ovation President Barack Obama received when he reached…