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Palestinian factions agree to elections in Algiers after 15 years of division

Rival Palestinian groups signed a reconciliation agreement in Algiers, Algeria, to resolve over 15 years of political division. The deal calls for legislative and presidential elections within one year and recognises the PLO as the sole representative of the Palestinian people.

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PoliticsPalestinian factions agree to elections in Algiers after 15 years of division

Rival Palestinian groups signed a reconciliation agreement in Algiers, Algeria, to resolve over 15 years of political division. The deal calls for legislative and presidential elections within one year and recognises the PLO as the sole representative of the Palestinian people.

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