Islamic Jihad denies reports of agreement, says it opposes current framework

Islamic Jihad on Friday denied media reports of an agreement between the factions and the other side, stating that the reports are inaccurate and that the movement opposes the agreement in its current form. The statement, published on social media, also included a cryptic line: 'The bear is sleeping a sound sleep.'

Islamic Jihad on Friday published a statement denying media reports of an agreement between the factions and the other side. The movement said the reports are inaccurate and that it opposes the agreement in its current form. The statement also included the phrase 'The bear is sleeping a sound sleep,' the meaning of which was not explained. The specific agreement referred to and the identity of 'the other side' were not disclosed.

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1. 47 seconds ago · 12:34 · 31 JulLatest

   Islamic Jihad formally denies agreement, citing opposition to current framework.

2. 08:22 · 31 Jul

   Islamic Jihad distances itself from reports of agreement, says it is celebrating

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