Israel to release Islamic militants

Israel’s Cabinet voted today to release up to 100 jailed Islamic militants ahead of Prime Minister Ariel Sharon’s visit to the US.

Israel to release Islamic militants
Sun, 27 Jul, 2003 - 20:32

Israel’s Cabinet voted today to release up to 100 jailed Islamic militants ahead of Prime Minister Ariel Sharon’s visit to the US.

The move partially satisfies a Palestinian demand in peace talks and strengthens Sharon’s hand ahead of a meeting with US President George W Bush.

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