Israel reinforced its forces around Palestinian cities in the West Bank in response to what it called an escalation in Palestinian violence. As increased numbers of troops and tanks took up new positions, Prime Minister Ariel Sharon denied that the move was part of plans to “reconquer” areas under control of the Palestinian Authority.
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