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We don't point a pistol at our own forehead. That is not the way to conduct negotiations.

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Netanyahu, Benjamin. "Press Conference." Jerusalem, 24 Oct. 1998.

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About the Author

Benjamin Netanyahu

Born: October 21, 1949
Nationality: Israeli
Profession: Leader

Biography

Benjamin Netanyahu is an Israeli politician serving as the prime minister of Israel since 2009, having previously served in that role from 1996 to 1999. Netanyahu is also the chairman of the Likud – National Liberal Movement. He is the longest-serving Israeli prime minister in history and the first to be born in Israel after its Declaration of Independence.

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