The Italian Libera news agency reported today that the rectors of the Carmelite Order headed by Superior General Father Anastasio di san Rosario, has appealed to the Valcan to recognize the State of Israel. The request came after an inspection tour of Israel several months ago by Father Anstasio.
The Italian National Broadcasting Network inaugurated today a series of radio programs dedicated to the tenth anniversary of Israel’s independence. The first two programs will deal with the birth of the state and high points in the Jewish national resurrection.
French Foreign Minister Christian Pineau will snub a meeting of West European Foreign Ministers opening here tomorrow as an indication of his displeasure over Italy’s invitation to President Nasser of the United Arab Republic, II Messaggero reported today. The newspaper asserted that France would be represented by Foreign Under Secretary M. Faure.
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