Hamas and Fatah have begun talks in Cairo on Wednesday in an attempt to solve disputes and re-form a unity government.
The talks in the Egyptian capital will focus on "the return (of the unity government) in the Gaza Strip and the implementation of its authority without obstacles," said the head of Fatah's delegation, Azzam al-Ahmad according to AFP.
"There is a positive atmosphere in which the talks are being held," senior Hamas official Ezzat al-Rishq told journalists.
A unity government was sworn in in June, but operations ground to a halt after disputes. Israel objected to the formation of the unity government.
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