Kerry wants climate deal 'somewhat in shape' by Thursday

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Secretary of State John Kerry says an outline of a deal to combat climate change must be "somewhat in shape" by Thursday to reach an agreement by the end of the Paris talks on Friday.

Speaking at the 21st Conference of the Parties, or COP21, in Paris Monday morning, Kerry said it's possible the negotiations could bleed into Saturday morning. But he's optimistic a deal can be reached by the end of the conference Friday.

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