(Ha'aretz) Editorial - The election of Ahmadinejad will sharpen the dilemma in the capitals of Europe. He cannot be presented as a moderate who needs to be encouraged and strengthened. Immediately after his election, he pledged to continue Iran's nuclear program, expressed contempt for the U.S., and said that Israel's existence was "illegal." Israel must continue its diplomatic efforts to neutralize the Iranian threats. However, it is important that Israel not position itself at the front: It should remain behind the scenes and leave center stage to the great powers.
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