Israel's new govt takes office, protesters rally against hard-right cabinet What's been called Israel's most right wing govt in the country's history, has held its first cabinet meeting. Benjamin Netanyahu was sworn in as PM on Thursday. In the meeting he said his priorities were to thwart Iran's efforts to develop nuclear weapons and restore security and sovereignty within Israel. Many critics are concerned about the direction of the country, and in particular for Palestinian causes but also other issues like the LGBTQ+ rights. FRANCE 24's Emerald Maxwell explains.