31.   But disputes remain over how much local control to provide over federal funds for hiring teachers and repairing schools.

32.   But its details were scarce and contentious disputes remain unsettled.

33.   But the political disputes remain bitter and unresolved and there is little prospect of tranquility in such a touchy neighborhood.

34.   Disputes remain over the release of Palestinian prisoners, security in the West Bank town of Hebron and elections in Israeli-occupied east Jerusalem.

35.   Despite all the positive rhetoric, however, several serious trade disputes remain unresolved.

36.   Despite various attempts to mend their differences, the French-Dutch dispute remains a major sticking point.

37.   Even though a dispute remains over control of a pair of Belgrade districts, the legislation could clear the way for the opposition to take over the Serbian capital.

38.   Even if political differences are settled, the religious disputes likely will remain.

39.   If the dispute remains unsolved it would go to the European courts.

40.   If the dispute remains unresolved it would go to the European courts.