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Joint Egyptian-israel Body Set Up to Check Applications of Refugees Returning to Israel

October 12, 1949
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The return to Israel of Arab refugees who were separated from their families and who are now living in Egypt or Egyptian-held territory was discussed at a meeting yesterday of the Egyptian-Israel armistice commission, it was announced here today.

The atmosphere in which the conference was conducted was described as “most friendly.” A joint subcommittee was established to draw up check lists of applicants who wish to return to Israel. This same body will arrange the details involved in the return of the refugees to their families.

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