(Reuters) Dan Williams - Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen voiced hope on Wednesday that Saudi authorities would admit direct flights for Israeli Muslim citizens who want to make the Haj pilgrimage to Mecca, which takes place next month. Cohen told Israel's Army Radio, "This issue is under discussion. I cannot tell you if there is any progress. But with that, I am optimistic that we can advance peace with Saudi Arabia."
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