Coalition talks between Israeli Likud and Labour parties underway
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In Israel, key political parties have begin conversations to form a new government. The [[w:Likud|Likud party]] and the [[w:Labour (Israel)|Labour party]] intend to cooperate to ensure a stable formation. If the process works as planned, Prime Minister [[w:Ariel Sharon|Ariel Sharon]] can start his plan to evacuate [[w:Gaza Strip|Gaza]]. Mr. Sharon needed new coalition partners after sacking [[w:Shinui|Shinui]] from government.

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In Israel, key political parties have begin conversations to form a new government. The Likud party and the Labour party intend to cooperate to ensure a stable formation. If the process works as planned, Prime Minister Ariel Sharon can start his plan to evacuate Gaza. Mr. Sharon needed new coalition partners after sacking Shinui from government.
December 12, 2004 Israel Middle East Politics and conflicts Published Likud Ariel Sharon