NSW: Sharon s election to lead to more violence

AAP General News (Australia)
02-07-2001
NSW: Sharon s election to lead to more violence

Jewish and Palestinian leaders in Australia say the election of hardliner ARIEL SHARON
as Israel's prime minister is likely to increase violence in the Middle East.

Labor Prime Minister EHUD BARAK conceded defeat shortly after voting ended, with exit
polls predicting a massive SHARON victory.

Australian Jewish leaders see the result as a rejection of Mr BARAK'S continued negotiations
against the backdrop of a Palestinian uprising, rather than an embrace of Mr SHARON.

The former general's controversial past, including his indirect role in a …