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- Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen said Israel and Egypt are close to finalizing a $35 billion natural gas export agreement.
- The deal would export 130 billion cubic meters of gas from Israel's Leviathan field to Egypt by 2040.
- Cohen emphasized the need for security assurances and fair pricing for Israeli consumers.
- The agreement has faced delays due to political tensions, and U.S. diplomatic pressure has intensified to expedite resolution.
