The Latest: Israeli PM Netanyahu takes over defense ministry
JERUSALEM (AP) — The Latest on the political developments in Israel (all times local): Israel's prime minister says he will also take over as defense minister and is rejecting calls to hold early elections. Netanyahu announced on national TV Sunday that he would take over the defense post following the resignation of Avigdor Lieberman. Lieberman stepped down last week to protest a cease-fire with Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip. He had demanded tougher action against the militants. Lieberman's resignation has left Netanyahu with a narrow ...
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