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US plans to close the PLO offices in WashingtonMEE and agenciesThe Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) Office is seen in Washington, DC (AFP)Monday 10 September 2018 07:13 UTCLast update: Monday 10 September 2018 10:00 UTCThe US is set to close the offices of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) in Washington, the latest move by President Donald Trump to close and defund pro-Palestinian institutions.Officials said the announcement would be made on Monday, one day after the 15th anniversary of the Letter of Mutual Recognition that saw Israel and the PLO recognise each other's legitimacy.According to a draft speech seen by the Wall Street Journal, national security advisor John Bolton will blame the Palestinians for failing to restart peace negotiations with Israel.Read more at: https://www.middleeasteye.net/US-PLO-close-office-Washington