Police operation in Gaza
The first phase of a major Palestinian security operation has begun in Gaza. More than three thousand police officers have been deployed in a joint effort between rival political movements Hamas and Fatah.
The two factions – who recently clashed on the streets on Gaza – are sharing power in a national unity government.Officials say the aim of the security plan is to crack down on violence although it does not include any measures to stop militant rocket attacks against Israel.
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