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What is the Six Day War's legacy?
The Six Day War's legacy is complex, shaping the modern Middle East. Israel's swift victory dramatically expanded its territory, creating new borders and occupation issues that remain central to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It also cemented Israel's military dominance in the region, a context often referenced, as Netanyahu did, when discussing national security.
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