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Rocky relations between Israel and Turkey

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With Israel and Turkey embroiled in a diplomatic row, we look at why ties between the two former allies have frayed. Also, Palestinians are getting ready to request membership at the UN later this month, a move that could spark a serious diplomatic crisis. Finally, our correspondents in Cairo report on mixed feelings and expectations as Hosni Mubarak's trial resumes.

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