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Benjamin Netanyahu says Golan Heights will remain part of Israel ‘for eternity’

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Benjamin Netanyahu says Golan Heights will remain part of Israel ‘for eternity’



PM’s words follow Israeli takeover of previously demilitarised zone in Syrian-controlled territorySyria live – latest updatesBenjamin Netanyahu has said that the Golan Heights, occupied by Israel for almost 60 years, will remain part of Israel “for eternity”, amid growing criticism of an Israeli takeover of a previously demilitarised buffer zone in Syrian-controlled territory.Speaking at a press conference in Jerusalem, the Israeli prime minister said Israeli control of the high ground “ensures our security and sovereignty” adding “the Golan will be part of the State of Israel for eternity”. Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/dec/09/israel-seizes-syrian-buffer-zone-amid-airstrikes-on-regime-weapons-depots

Author : Bethan McKernan in Jerusalem

Publish date : 2024-12-09 22:36:02

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