Paradoxically, the local-election results may strengthen unity (both smaller parties were trounced, and so have no interest in an early general election).

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While the visit from Merkel -- intended to strengthen eurozone unity -- quashed any immediate fears of a '"Grexit" from the euro, many in Europe wouldn't be disappointed to see them go, according to Economides.

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He went on to say that "such a media can help to establish civil society, peace, national unity and can strengthen democracy and effective and accountable government".

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As a Palestinian analyst observed, the Islamists' new unity, however limited, should strengthen their bargaining position with the PA's new prime minister, Ahmed Qurei, over any possible new ceasefire.

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