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Hunger striking prisoners – families wanted Trump’s help

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Dov Lieber/Times of Israel

Published: 23 May 2017

Last updated: 4 March 2024

Palestinian families to call on Trump to help resolve prisoners' hunger strike – Jack Khoury – Haaretz 23.05.17
Families of prisoners in Israeli jails expect Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to raise issue with US president during Tuesday’s meeting.

In Bethlehem, Abbas and Trump speak of Mideast peace prospects – Adam Rasgon – The Jerusalem Post 23.05.17


'I am committed to trying to achieve a peace agreement between the Israelis and the Palestinians,' says US president. Abbas discussed the hunger strike in Israeli prisons.



Hundreds of Hamas prisoners to join hunger strike – Avi Issacharoff/AFP – Haaretz 21.05.17
Palestinians look to step up protest as Trump arrives; progress made in talks to end fast, minister says.

Related: Prisoners’ hunger strike enters second month

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