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Could an accused ‘war criminal’ become Israel’s ambassador to UAE?

A divisive Israeli politician accused of ‘war crimes’ against Palestinians has been short-listed to become the first ambassador to the UAE.

Avi Dichter, a Likud Knesset member, has reportedly been nominated by Netanyahu despite fierce opposition within the Israeli government.
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