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  Netanyahu stands firm against demands from Obama
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Last Editedkal  May 19, 2009 06:18pm
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News DateWednesday, May 20, 2009 12:00:00 AM UTC0:0
DescriptionBenjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, in his first meeting with the US president, made it clear that while he welcomed Mr Obama's commitment to the region, he was more concerned about dealing with the threat of Iran than peace talks.

Mr Obama was unable to secure any commitments on ceasing the construction of Jewish settlements in the West Bank or embracing the "two-state solution" to achieving peace in the Middle East.

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