Israel began withdrawing from an additional 5 percent of the West Bank. The redeployment, initially slated to take place Nov. 15, is expected to be completed by Thursday. As a result of the withdrawal, the Palestinian Authority will have sole control over an additional 2 percent of the region and gain joint control over an additional 3 percent.
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