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Most major issues in Gaza cease-fire talks resolved, report says

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Most major issues in Gaza cease-fire talks have been resolved, Qatari-owned newspaper The New Arab reported on Thursday.

'Positive progress'

'Positive progress'

Most major issues in Gaza cease-fire talks have been resolved, Qatari-owned newspaper The New Arab reported on Thursday, citing Egyptian sources. 

According to the report, "disagreements between Hamas and Israel now focus on just one area." 

Meanwhile, a senior Egyptian official told Saudi newspaper Al Sharq, "There has been positive progress in the negotiations as contacts continue with all parties."

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