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Palestinian Authority

Palestinian Authority

RAMALLAH, WEST BANK - FEBRUARY 14: Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas (R) shakes hands with Croatian President Ivo Josipovic during their meeting at Abbas's office on February 14, 2012 in Ramallah, West Bank. Josipovic is visiting Israel and the Palestinian territories.

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