Israeli Defence Minister walks back claims that troops will 'never leave' Gaza
Israel Katz makes U-turn after earlier suggesting the strip would remain in Israeli hands
Hamas 'absolutely not' disarming, Lindsey Graham says
Republican politician also says Iran is trying to rebuild ballistic missile systems
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With momentum behind them and their fates intertwined, the Levantine neighbours enter the new year with the possibility of a more stable and prosperous future
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