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    Mistrust between the US and Israel

    Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is running for re-election — at the same time jumping with both feet into American politics. First, he agreed to address the President's nuclear talks with Iran before a joint session of Congress — without telling the White House.

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    By Warren Olney • Feb 17, 2015 • 1 min read

    Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is running for re-election — at the same time jumping with both feet into American politics. First, he agreed to address the President's nuclear talks with Iran before a joint session of Congress — without telling the White House. The Obama Administration now suspects him of leaking what it calls "misleading" details about the talks with Iran, creating more mistrust. Vice President Biden and other Democrats — including some Jews — will stay away from the speech. Will Israel gain or lose with the American public?

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      Warren Olney

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      Producer, 'One year Later'

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    The full episode

    2 of 3
    Mistrust between the US and Israel
    1. 1:44Texas Judge Stops Obama's Immigration Order
    2. 8:46Mistrust between the US and IsraelYou’re reading this
    3. 42:58Police Shooting Puts Spotlight on Pasco, Washington
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