Transcript of Netanyahu's UN General Assembly Speech

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Focusing on Iran's nuclear program, Israeli prime minister strikes defiant tone: 'If Israel is forced to stand alone, it will;' says Palestinians must recognize the Jewish state to achieve peace.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: Thank you, Mr. President.

I feel deeply honored and privileged to stand here before you today representing the citizens of the state of Israel. We are an ancient people. We date back nearly 4,000 years to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. We have journeyed through time. We've overcome the greatest of adversities.

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