Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon proposed measures to alleviate conditions for Palestinians, including removing closures and reopening major roads in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. Sharon proposed the steps following a drop in Palestinian violence, saying they would be put into effect if quiet continues in the coming days.
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