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More Bus Security Needed In Israel Gary Fitleberg, September 2, 2004Baggage inspection equipment and electronic stalls will be installed on Israeli public buses, Israel Radio reported. The equipment will be installed in bus and train stations across the country as well in the next several weeks. The $7 million project is being sponsored by the Chicago-based International Fellowship of Christians and Jews. On average, about 1.7 million commuters ride the 5,500 public buses that run daily in Israel. A total of 164 people have been killed and 777 wounded in 21 bus bombings during the Arab "Palestinian" intifada, according to police statistics. Gary Fitleberg is a Political Analyst specializing in International Relations with emphasis on Middle East affairs. Copyright © 2004 Gary Fitleberg
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