Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu makes a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates, signaling deepening diplomatic ties between the two nations amid the ongoing Iran war.
The Israeli government confirmed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu conducted a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates, highlighting strengthening diplomatic relations amid the ongoing Iran war.
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