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Hamas official: Hope to seal Shalit deal by Friday
President confirms 'real progress' in talks; Hamas delegation to debate new list of prisoners for swap. 21:28
Tags: Gilad Shalit, Gaza, Hamas 
Peres: Israel to halt settlements once peace talks begin
President calls row a 'marginal issue' blown out of proportion, adds Israel, Palestinians can bridge gaps. 20:22
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IDF vows 'zero tolerance' for soldiers who refuse orders
IDF Chief echoes comments made by Defense Minister and PM, says troops will be needed for all missions. 21:42
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Foreign Minister, who sparked Egypt's outrage by criticizing Mubarak, makes decision after year of stalling. 21:39
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Iran launches 'huge' war games amid threats to strike Tel Aviv
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The U.S. demand for a settlement freeze seems like a simple desire to chalk up an achievement. 21:33
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Sister Maria Alfonsina Danil Ghattas, who died in 1927, founded the Sisters of the Most Holy Rosary. 21:31
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