JERUSALEM, Aug. 14 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has mocked Britain during a lengthy podcast interview with Israel's Army Radio. He referred to the United Kingdom as the "Islamic Republic of Britain." Netanyahu made the remark while discussing Britain's changing political climate. His comments have drawn attention because of their sharp tone toward a close Israeli ally.

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During the interview, Netanyahu recalled British journalists who covered the 1967 Arab-Israeli war. He specifically mentioned Randolph Churchill, the son of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. He also referred to Winston Spencer Churchill, Churchill's grandson. Netanyahu said ...