Israeli Likud Party leader Ariel Sharon hinted he may support some of the social reforms proposed by Prime Minister Ehud Barak. Barak declared the launch of legislation earlier this month that includes a constitution and the legalization of civil marriage – reforms staunchly opposed by the religious parties.
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