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June 3, 2014

U.S. to Recognize New Palestinian Unity Gov't 
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has sworn in a new unity government,
bringing together the factions of Fatah and Hamas after years of
division. U.S. State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki said the Obama
administration plans to recognize the new government.

Jen Psaki: "Well, at this point, it appears that President Abbas has
formed an interim technocratic government that does not include
ministers affiliated with Hamas. Moving forward, we will judge this
government by its actions. Based on what we know now, we intend to work
with this government, but we will be watching closely to make ensure
that it upholds the principles that President Abbas reiterated today."

Israel said it was "deeply disappointed by the U.S. position" would seek
to block Hamas from participating in upcoming elections.

 

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