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Story summary
- Israel approved a gas deal with Egypt valued at $34.67 billion, announced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Gas from the Leviathan field will flow to Egypt, delivering 130 billion cubic meters by 2040.
- The deal aims to strengthen Israel's regional energy position and ease Egypt's energy crisis.
- Israel views Egypt's Sinai presence as a potential security threat.
- Egyptian officials deny the gas deal links to Gaza decisions and oppose displacement.
