The Israelis and Palestinians have resumed security and diplomatic discussions this month , and if the process goes smoothly , Israel 's prime minister , Ariel Sharon , and the Palestinian leader , Mahmoud Abbas , are expected to meet on or around Feb. 8 , both sides said over the weekend .
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