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Optimism over the imminent formation of a new government was dashed on Tuesday by Michel Aoun's latest refusal of an offer for five seats in the next cabinet, including the Telecommunications and Energy Ministries. Opposition forces are scheduled to hold another round of talks Tuesday night, following Sunday night's meeting at Aoun's Rabieh residence.

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