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Peres: Stop Payments to Hamas-Ruled PA


(Scotsman-UK) Ben Lynfield - Shimon Peres, one of Israel's elder statesmen, Thursday issued a scathing attack on Hamas. Speaking in Vienna, Peres said Hamas leaders saw themselves as "messengers of heaven" and would not compromise in any talks. He said Israel would only deal with Hamas if it agreed to renounce violence and recognize Israel. He added that the EU and U.S. should stop payments to the PA if Hamas takes over the cabinet, which is expected during the coming weeks.
2006-02-03 00:00:00
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