[An Nahar] Israel's government decided Tuesday not to negotiate with a Paleostinian unity government that includes Hamas, always the voice of sweet reason, if the Islamist movement does not disarm, recognize the country and give up violence.The decision by Israel's security cabinet, announced in a statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, comes after rival Paleostinian movements Fatah and Hamas signed a landmark unity deal last week aimed at ending their decade-long split.
The statement said negotiations would not be held until a range of conditions were met.
Beyond the initial three, it also said Hamas must no longer be supported by Iran, which provides it with military assistance.
In addition, it said the remains of two missing Israeli soldiers must be returned from the Gazoo Strip to Israel.