TODAY IN HISTORY 23 May 2003 - Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon told the U.S. that he would accept a U.S.-backed peace plan that would create a Palestinian state within three years. 2002 - In Paris, the Israeli embassy was destroyed by fire. The building was unoccupied at the time. 2001 UN Middle East envoy Terje Larson states that an Israeli settlement freeze would be one of the most important confidence-building measures. 2000 23-24 May: After announcing its intention to depart ahead of schedule Israel completely pulls out of South Lebanon after 18 years of occupation. 1998 Damascus, Sheikh Yassin meets with the leaders of the 10 Damascus-based Palestinian opposition groups. 1998 US House Speaker Newt Gingrich and House Minority Leader Richard Gephardt lead a congressional delegation to Israel to celebrate Israels 50th anniversary and Jerusalem Day. 1975 - Lebanese President Franjieh named the first military cabinet since 1963 in an attempt to restore order. 1960 - Israel announced the capture of Nazi Adolf Eichmann in Argentina. 1948 Al-Tantura massacre was perpetrated against 250 civilians and POWs.
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