Q. Today Israel's prime-minister designate, Zippi Livni, goes to President Shimon Peres to request an extension of 14
days to try to form a government. This reflects her lack of success at coalition-building over the past month. Where do
we stand with the prospects for a new government in Israel? Q. The Kadima-Labor agreement has been initialed but not
finalized. Is everything cozy at least here?