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Source: http://www.israelhayom.com/site/newsletter_article.php?id=23775
Rumsfeld: I'm Amazed at How the White House Is Handling Netanayu's Invitation to Speak to Congress
(Israel Hayom) Boaz Bismuth - Former U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld told Israel Hayom that the focus on Netanyahu's visit rather than on his message is an "unfortunate distraction" from the important issue - the Iranian threat. "Iran is a critical issue and Israel is an important ally, and there is nothing inappropriate at all for the speaker to invite the prime minister or for the prime minister to come over. Historically he is a good friend of the U.S....and I find it stunning to see the comments out of the White House on this issue." "They have said things that are undiplomatic and inconsistent with the relationship between our two countries and its importance, and I can't imagine that, among the American people, it will affect our relationship adversely in any way. I'm really amazed at the rudeness, at the undiplomatic way this administration is handling this issue." "It is unfortunate because it damages, or appears to damage, the relationship with an important ally for the United States. I think it is exactly what the Iranians are happy to hear - it has to be encouraging for them. But it is also unprofessional."