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1986 clip of Netanyahu defining terrorism recirculates

Original: On American television, in 1986, Benjamin Netanyahu defined of terrorism as: “The systematic and deliberate attack, the

A 1986 American television interview in which Benjamin Netanyahu defined terrorism as "the systematic and deliberate attack, the murder, maiming, and menacing of innocents, of civilians for political goals" is recirculating widely. Commentators are pointing out that, by his own words, critics argue the definition could apply to the actions of the Israeli military, prompting debate over the current war in Gaza.

Why now: The resurfaced quote is being shared as a pointed commentary on Israel's current military conduct and Netanyahu's leadership.

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• On American television, in 1986, Benjamin Netanyahu defined of terrorism as: “The systematic and deliberate attack, the murder, maiming, and menacing of innocents, of civilians for political goals.” "This definition applies to the actions of the Israeli military and to the… · RonSupportsYou · 4

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