31.   He said informal contacts have been made with the union through intermediaries, but declined to give details.

32.   He said party members had already had informal contacts with the rebels.

33.   He said the two sides were in informal contact, trying to agree on a prisoner swap.

34.   He said party members had earlier made informal contacts with the rebels,

35.   However, Israel radio said informal contacts were already under way.

36.   Informal contacts between the negotiators of the two sides continue.

37.   Informal contacts continue between negotiators from both sides.

38.   Israel radio said informal contacts were under way.

39.   Israel, Palestinians resume informal contacts.

40.   Informal contacts between the sides continue.