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West Bank annexation remains a sticking point in Israel unity government talks

Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing allies want to annex before Donald Trump leaves office, but Benny Gantz is resisting the move

By Anshel Pfeffer

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West Bank annexation remains a sticking point in Israel unity government talks

Israel prepares for a Seder night different from all others

Israel prepares for a Seder night different from all others

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‘Prayer is our life. How can you expect us to stop living?’

‘Prayer is our life. How can you expect us to stop living?’

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Did Gantz sacrifice his party for the country, or was he outmanoeuvred by Netanyahu?

Did Gantz sacrifice his party for the country, or was he outmanoeuvred by Netanyahu?

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