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Article: Israeli delegation prepared for Beijing Olympics
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- Xinhua News Agency
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- July 22, 2008
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Israeli delegation prepared for Beijing Olympics
JERUSALEM, July 22 (Xinhua) -- Several boys and girls gave their
notebooks to an Israeli athlete for signature, with great admiration
in their eyes.
The scene, which took place Tuesday afternoon at Israeli
President Shimon Peres's official residence in Jerusalem, is an
indication of Israeli people's growing enthusiasm and expectation
for the Beijing Olympics in August.
During the welcoming ceremony at Peres's official residence, the
president, who is scheduled to attend the Beijing Olympics opening
ceremony, expressed his hope that Israeli delegation will give good
performance in the upcoming international sports event.
"I am proud of you. ...