Annie Lennox updated fans on her blog at MySpace on Tuesday (January 6), offering a follow-up to her feelings on Israel’s invasion of Gaza, where she had indicated a giant step backwards was taken towards a peaceful resolution. The Eurythmics singer told readers:

I have made my position very clear. I do not believe that there is a military solution to the situation in Gaza. I support peaceful conflict resolution, and dialogue, which HAS to take place inevitably in order to resolve the situation in any case. I do not believe that the deaths of hundreds of innocent civilians will solve anything. It will only make things worse for everyone, on BOTH sides. I am posting a video from the head of the UN Relief and Works Agency in Gaza, who is saying EXACTLY what I have said consistently.

There has to be an absolute cease fire as soon as possible. The reason why I spoke out when I did was because at that point in time there was a tiny window of opportunity to prevent a blood bath on both sides BEFORE the ground troops went in. I have NEVER condoned suicide bombings, or the firing of missiles into Israel. I repeat…The slaughter of innocent lives on BOTH sides is abhorrent.

I am not “anti Israeli”, nor have I EVER been, and for anyone to say that I am is profoundly offensive and completely wrong.

Annie Lennox

Annie Lennox updated fans on her blog at MySpace on Sunday (January 4). The Eurythmics singer told readers:

As you are probably aware, I’ve been pretty busy over the last few days, talking to media and press with regard to the dire situation in Gaza.

I want to make my position crystal clear.

I am making a plea on behalf of innocent civilians. ALL innocent civilians on BOTH sides.
Now that Israeli ground forces have entered Gaza, there is only one guarantee.. ABSOLUTE CARNAGE.

How can this strategy ever contribute to the creation of lasting peace, security and stability for Israeli citizens, Palestinian citizens, or citizens of the world???

As of yesterday, a tragic giant step was taken backwards and further away from peaceful conflict resolution.

Annie Lennox updated fans on her blog at MySpace on Tuesday (November 18). The Eurythmics singer writes:

Aaarrh! The dreaded packing awaits…I’m going to Germany tomorrow for the Spendenmarathon, and after that I’m heading to LA for the AMA’s….(As you do!)

I wish it could be more like “beam me up Scotty”, but we’re not quite there yet,are we? I get SO badly jet lagged these days, it’s like having a major flu… but, it certainly keeps me busy, and out of trouble… Well, to be honest, the one thing I’d like to do more often is to spend more time in the studio. I wish there were more hours in the day, ’cause those plates sure do take some spinning, but it’s all worthwhile in the end. Yesterday I had a lovely photo session and interview for a publication for Woman and Home, which will come out in Spring ’09…And today I recorded a programme for BBC radio 2, about the history of the arts/music and performance on behalf of Amnesty International and “human rights” in general.

We’re prepping up the SING site for DEC 1st, World Aids Day.. and laying down plans and schemes for the coming year. The fun never stops folks!

Annie Lennox checked in with fans on her blog at MySpace on Wednesday (November 5), reacting to Tuesday night’s U.S. elections. The Eurythmics singer writes:

What can be said???… RESULT!!!
I am thrilled beyond measure… not only that Barak Obama has been elected president, but also because of what he represents. Over the centuries so much wealth and power has been created from the brutal exploitation of indigenous people, and the slave trade. That is what “colonialism” is all about. I have always longed for justice and equality, in a world that is too often racist, bigoted and divided unfairly. Dr Martin Luther King’s life was devoted to making his “dream” of change turn into a reality. And now we actually have a black president! To witness the crowds of US citizens of all “colors” standing united, shoulder to shoulder, was simply breathtaking. It’s time for America to be the “United” states… forward thinking… progressive and inclusive. Maybe now, that change can come.

Annie Lennox updated fans on her blog at MySpace on Monday (October 13), weighing in on the current global credit crisis and November’s U.S. elections. The Eurythmics singer writes:

Well..the recent “western” world economic events have left everyone with that feeling of queasy uncertainty… coupled with the countdown to the US elections, these are wobbly times on this side of the bed indeed. I’m not a US citizen, but I can tell you that people are watching this campaign with baited breath all around the world. I’ve said my piece about Sarah Palin.. no need to repeat. America is a divided country… those who “get” the bigger picture, and those who don’t. Those who get suckered in by a neat hairstyle and a folksy wink, and those who realize that you have to have a bit more “substance” to be a world leader… Or do you??? It’s down to the citizens to make the choice.. This is where democracy gets scary, because the “majority” don’t always know what’s best.

Check out the full post here.

Annie Lennox checked in with fans on her blog at MySpace on Wednesday (August 20). The Eurythmics singer writes:

I came home today, after six nights in hospital. Actually, if you really need to escape from the world, I’d highly recommend it, but the only restriction is that you have to have a health issue before they’ll let you in. My “restriction” was a nerve, which was trapped by a bulged disc, resulting in a totally numb and immobile left foot, which I could only drag (Quazi Modo) style around the house. Something told me that urgent action was required. So to cut a long story short (pardon the pun), I had micro surgery on my back on Friday morning, to remove some of the vertebra that was impinging on my sad little nerve. Needless to say, I am totally in awe of surgeons. This is the fifth time that I’ve gone under the scalpel…and each time I think it’s miraculous…although the tonsillectomy I had all those years ago still rhymes with the word “butchery”. Anyhow… I can now walk again slowly, without the drag, but it’s going to take at least six months of physiotherapy before I start to walk more normally again. Hey Ho!

There was no internet server at the hospital, which is probably not a bad thing really. I spent hours on my lap top in any case, working on photographs that have been waiting to be edited for years. My whole schedule has had to be cancelled, and The Collection will now come out in Spring of next year. It’s very disappointing in every respect, but it’s just how it is. Sammy told me that I’ve something in the region of twenty thousand “best wishes”…..which is very nice. So I’m sending back twenty thousand “thankyou’s” in appreciation. See you at the Samba school! love AL