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Israel's new prime minister Naftali Bennett raises his hand during a Knesset session in Jerusalem Sunday, June 13, 2021. Israel's parliament has voted in favor of a new coalition government, formally ending Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's historic 12-year rule. Naftali Bennett, a former ally of Netanyahu became the new prime minister (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)

Naftali Bennet sworn in as Israel’s new prime minister

Israel has sworn in a new prime minister following the removal of Benjamin Netanyahu who was ousted following a 60 to 59 vote on Sunday. Naftali Bennet was confirmed as the new leader, marking the first new prime minister in a record 12 years.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a ceremony showing appreciation to the health care system for their contribution to the fight against the coronavirus, in Jerusalem, Sunday, June 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)

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Israeli parliament to vote Sunday on new coalition government

Israel’s parliament is slated to vote on a new governing coalition at the beginning of next week.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers a political statement at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament, in Jerusalem, on May 30, 2021. - Nationalist hardliner Naftali Bennett said today he would join a governing coalition that could end the rule of the country's longest-serving leader, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Photo by YONATAN SINDEL / POOL / AFP) (Photo by YONATAN SINDEL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

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Netanyahu warns of friction with U.S. as Biden continues to appease Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned of possible tensions with the U.S. if Joe Biden continues to appease the Iranian regime.