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Benjamin Netanyahu is not known for the subtlety or restraint he uses when finding the words or – as needed – crudely drawn cartoons to express his views on international issues. But as western countries join forces to oppose Russia’s annexation of Crimea and apparent efforts to destabilise eastern Ukraine, the normally blunt and astringent Israeli leader has been demure – even downright dull.

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