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Benjamin Netanyahu

Benjamin Netanyahu

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Summary

Benjamin Netanyahu is an Israeli politician serving as the Prime Minister of Israel since December 29, 2022. Born on October 21, 1949, in Tel Aviv, he has previously held the position twice, from 1996 to 1999 and from 2009 to 2021, making him the longest-serving prime minister in the country's history. Netanyahu is the leader of the Likud party and has played a significant role in shaping Israel's domestic and foreign policies over several decades.

Key Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths

experienced leadership

strong international alliances

robust defense capabilities

Weaknesses

domestic political controversies

international legal challenges

strained relations with some neighboring countries

Strategic Goals

Netanyahu's strategic goals include ensuring Israel's national security, countering regional threats such as Iran's nuclear ambitions, expanding diplomatic relations, and fostering economic growth. He emphasizes a strong military posture and seeks to maintain Israel's technological and defense industry edge.

Relationships

Alliances:

Adversaries:

  • Yair Lapid
  • Benny Gantz
  • Gideon Saar
  • Avigdor Lieberman
  • Merav Michaeli
  • Mansour Abbas