Posted on 12/23/2006 10:09:11 AM PST by BigFinn
Two leaders expected to discuss possible release of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit, agreed upon ceasefire and Abbas’ proposal to move up PA elections; meeting apparently at PM’s official residence.
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A Palestinian official told Ynet that the meeting between Olmert and Abbas will focus mainly on strengthening the ceasefire and possibly expanding it to include the West Bank.
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A Palestinian source told Ynet that "we are hoping that at the end of the meeting Abbas will be able to officially announce that the Palestinians' salaries will be paid."
This will occur if an agreement is reached regarding releasing the Palestinian Authority's tax money which has been frozen by Israel since the Hamas government was elected.
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olmert is such a dope...it is time for him to go and netanyahu to negotiate from strength!!!!!
....and almost lost my breakfast.
You have any faith in the Israelis to do just that?
I have lost all faith in them.
What! John Kerry wasn't invited.
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