Benjamin Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister and politician

Benjamin Netanyahu - Israeli Prime Minister and politician
Born

October 21st, 1949
76 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Israel

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A prominent Israeli politician served multiple terms as Prime Minister. Began political career in the late 1970s within the Likud party. Achieved the position of Prime Minister first in 1996, later serving from 2009 to 2021. Focused on national security and economic issues during tenures. Oversaw significant events including operations against Hamas and negotiations regarding peace with Palestinian authorities.

Served multiple terms as Prime Minister of Israel

Oversaw military operations in Gaza

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