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In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said only direct military threat can stop Iran's nuclear programme.
Mr Netanyahu warned that Iran was close to acquiring nuclear weapons and was close to "crossing the red line".
On peace with the Palestinians, Mr Netanyahu said it was time to sit down and negotiate a lasting solution.