Chris Alexander: Ariel Sharon

Ariel Sharon: Chris Alexander, the federal Immigration Minister and a former ambassador to Afghanistan, made a quick flight to Israel on Saturday, the day after Mr. Sharons death, to attend two services on Monday. The first, at Israels parliament, included U.S. Vice-President Joe Biden and former British prime minister Tony Blair. The second was held at Mr. Sharons beloved ranch in Israels southern desert. More Related to this Story, according to Globe and Mail. Sharon #039;defended this land like a lion, #039; Israeli president says at state memorial The man dispatched to represent Canada at memorial services for Ariel Sharon says the former Israeli prime minister understood that security is a necessary precursor to peace. Remembering Sharons invasion of Lebanon (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.