Aug 7th, 2005 · Israeli Finance Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces his resignation, a week before Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip begins. Also, Israel's Cabinet formally ratifies the first phase of the withdrawal. Prime Minister Ariel Sharon says Netanyahu's resignation will not affect the pullback.
Keywords: Israel · protests · Gaza · resigned · Cabinet · Minister Ariel Sharon · pullout · Gaza Strip · pullback · ratified · Netanyahu
Aug 7th, 2005 · Israel's Finance Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resigns from his post in protest of Israel's planned pullout from the Gaza Strip. Prime Minister Ariel Sharon appointed Vice Premier Ehud Olmert to replace Netanyahu.
Keywords: Israel · protests · Gaza · resigned · Minister Ariel Sharon · Vice Premier Ehud Olmert · pullout · Gaza Strip · Netanyahu
