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Mideast peace diplomacy continues
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Source: CCTV.com | 02-03-2009 09:53
Special Report: Israel airstrikes in GazaMeanwhile, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has met with French President Nicolas Sarkozy as part of his effort to find stronger solutions for Gaza.
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U.S. President Barack Obama's new Mideast envoy, George Mitchell, right, meets with French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner, left, at the Foreign Ministry in Paris, Monday, Feb. 2, 2009. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena) |
During the meeting, Abbas warned that the cease-fire in Gaza remains fragile with Israeli air strikes continuing. He says he backs Egypt-led efforts to restore calm to the situation.
Earlier in Paris, US Middle East envoy George Mitchell met with French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner to discuss a lasting peace in Gaza.
Mitchell warned of further setbacks to come in the search for peace between Israel and the Palestinians.
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