Carla Bruni in Israel

Carla Bruni, one of the world's most photographed models, arrived yesterday.

The immediate effects of this singular event:

1. The quantities of drool emanating from the paparazzi, journalists, assorted officials and Israeli male population in general postponed the expected government announcement of drought and drastic water economy measures.
2. The attack on Iranian nuclear sites, invasion of Gaza, decapitation of Hezbollah and other miscellaneous acts of usual Zionist aggression are delayed indefinitely or until further notice.
3. Shimon Peres was seen doing 90 push-ups in the VIP lounge of Ben-Gurion airport, with Carla and their aids counting, Dom Perignon being uncorked in the background.

In related news:

Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni said Monday that the Israeli public believes Israel is "in a very bad state," adding that the people have lost their faith in politics.

Elders choose not to comment on this spiteful claim.

Carla Bruni appears to be accompanied by a French president, one Nicolas Sarkozy (see Wikipedia).