 AP Photo While incumbents around the world are struggling to hold on, one is thriving. By bringing the rival Kadima party into his ruling coalition, Benjamin Netanyahu has become “king of Israel,” in Aaron David Miller’s phrase. He has an unusual, perhaps unique, opportunity to use his new power to secure Israel’s future. TAGGED: Israel, Palestinians, Iran, Benjamin Netanyahu, Palestine, Likud party, Likud, Kadima party, Kadima, Shaul MofazRECOMMENDED ARTICLES| While President Shimon Peres says unity government will help Israel face challenges, Israel Labor Party leader Shelly Yacimovich calls it 'an alliance of cowards.' more ›› |
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