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Israel Forms Unity Government Amid Iran Tensions

IN THIS ISSUE: Israel forms unity government amid Iran tensions, EU tells defiant Iran it "must" suspend atom activity, India's missile defence shield 'ready,' China mulling investment in UK's new nuclear plans, Putin calls for firm NATO pledge on European missile interceptors, Mideast nuke conference in jeopardy.

Published on May 8, 2012
 

'Strong Signal to Tehran': Israel Forms Unity Government Amid Iran Tensions

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called off plans Tuesday for early elections and formed a unity government in a surprise move that could give him a freer hand to confront Iran's nuclear ambitions.

At a news conference, Netanyahu promised "serious and responsible" talks on Iran with Kadima, and said the coalition would promote a "responsible" peace process with the Palestinians.

Environment Minister Gilad Erdan said the accord would help build support for potential action against Iran's atomic program which Israel views as an existential threat.     Full Article



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