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“Saving lives is more important than preserving the quality of life. Quality of life is always amenable to improvement. Death is permanent.”

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Benjamin Netanyahu
Benjamin Netanyahu

Benjamin Netanyahu is an Israeli politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Israel. Born on October 21, 1949, in New York, United States, Netanyahu moved to Israel with his parents. Known for his hardline stance, Netanyahu has been a prominent figure in Israeli politics, serving as Prime Minister four times. more

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