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Israel Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon Quits, Says Can't Trust PM Netanyahu

Moshe Yaalon's departure removes a voice of moderation in the Cabinet and deepens the rift between the security establishment and the politicians.
Image: Israel Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon
Israel's Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon, speaks during a press conference at the Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv, Israel on Friday.Sebastian Scheiner / AP
By The Associated Press
Image: Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (left) and Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon attend the weekly cabinet meeting in Jerusalem on Nov. 15, 2015.RONEN ZVULUN/POOL / EPA
The Associated Press

The Associated Press