Netanyahu's Sparta speech was a calculated folly. Sadly, it's also a realistic one

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The Israeli prime minister's so-called Sparta speech was not an outburst; it was a calculated and, unfortunately, honest statement of intent. His attempt at correcting the 'misunderstanding' did nothing to lessen the damage in the markets ■ The upcoming UN General Assembly will reveal who the father of the Palestinian state really is ■ The West is preparing to react harshly to the annexation drive

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