Report: German mediator in Shalit deal will offer 'new ideas'
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The German mediator in talks on the release of kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit plans to continue his efforts during the Christian holiday season, the Jerusalem-based Al-Manar reported. The report has not been confirmed by official sources.
According to the paper, the mediator has told Egyptian officials he plans to offer new ideas and that "the US and other regional elements are opposed to an agreement, but despite this Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is interested in sealing the deal". (Roee Nahmias)
