Netanyahu tries to go ‘scorched earth’ in last speech, swipes at Biden administration over Iran
International | June 14, 2021
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used his final speech in front of the Knesset Sunday to vow a swift return to office, attack his replacement and call out the Biden administration’s effort to revive the nuke deal with Iran.
Netanyahu, 71, stepped aside for the new coalition government led by Naftali Bennett who became the new prime minister after a 60-59 vote. President Biden quickly congratulated the new government.
Bennett’s office said he later spoke by phone with Biden, thanking him for his warm wishes and longstanding commitment to Israel’s security.
Netanyahu described Bennett, who was once his ally, as a political lightweight who does not have the talent to handle the job…..
(Excerpts from Fox News)