A group of five sheikhs in Hebron expressed a desire to join the Abraham Accords and establish Hebron as an emirate recognizing Israel. They aim to break off from the Palestinian Authority and replace the failed Oslo Accords. Economy Minister Nir Barkat has been in talks with the sheikhs since February, supporting their initiative.

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