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Israeli PM tightens diplomatic protocols after controversial Libyan meeting

Israeli PM tightens diplomatic protocols after controversial Libyan meeting

Jerusalem, Aug 30, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a revision to the procedures for confidential diplomatic meetings after his Foreign Minister sparked controversy by disclosing a closed-door meeting with the Libyan counterpart. Netanyahu on Tuesday instructed all government ministers to seek approval from his office before conducting any confidential meetings, Xinhua news agency reported, citing a statement released by the Prime Minister's office. In addition, public statements regarding such meetings would need to receive approval from the Prime Minister's office ahead of their publication, according to the statement. The statement marks Netanyahu's first remarks on the case. The…
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