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WashingtonPost Print Edition » A 'future of peace' urged at new talks

03.09.10 09:42 UTC /
The Obama administration formally inaugurated its foray into Middle East peacemaking on Thursday, bringing together the Israeli and Palestinian leaders for face-to-face talks and securing their ... »

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A 'future of peace' urged at new talks

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