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Netanyahu Delays Divisive Judicial Overhaul as Protests Rage

  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel announced that he would delay judicial changes that have set off civil unrest.
  • The move came after a right-wing partner in his governing coalition removed his objections.

 

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, known for his political skill, seemed to lack an easy way out of the crisis.

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