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July 8, 2010

Netanyahu's Second Chance

Haaretz, Haaretz

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received a second chance from U.S. President Barack Obama on Tuesday.

After more than a year of tension between Washington and Jerusalem, accompanied by expressions of mutual dissatisfaction, Netanyahu received a friendly welcome in the White House. Obama was profuse in his praise, smiles and florid figures of speech, and said he believes that Netanyahu wants peace. The president also called on the Palestinians to open direct talks with Netanyahu and indicated support for Israel's policy of nuclear ambiguity.

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TAGGED: Israel, Barack Obama, Benjamin Netanyahu, Washington, Jerusalem, United States, White House

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