Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife charged with misuse of public funds
6 years, 6 months ago

Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife charged with misuse of public funds

Live Mint  

Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife has been charged with misusing public funds, compounding the first family’s legal problems as the attorney general weighs whether to indict the premier himself on suspicion of corruption. The Netanyahu family’s legal problems have gripped Israel for more than three years, and in the prime minister’s case threaten his political survival. Police are still investigating suspicions Netanyahu arranged regulatory benefits for the country’s biggest telecommunications provider, Bezeq Israeli Telecommunication Corp., in exchange for sympathetic coverage by its online news outlet. Dining in Netanyahu’s wife is accused of instructing staff at the prime minister’s residence to order meals from posh restaurants, a violation of rules that bar ordering outside food when there’s a cook on staff.

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Israeli Attorney General orders probe into harassment allegations against Netanyahu's wife Sara
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Israeli Attorney General orders probe into harassment allegations against Netanyahu's wife Sara

Firstpost  

Sara Netanyahu, the wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing allegations of harassing a witness in the corruption trial of her husband Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara react following the announcement of exit polls in Israel's election at his Likud party headquarters in Tel Aviv. Israel’s attorney general has ordered police to open an …

Why Israel has ordered a probe against Benjamin Netanyahu's wife Sara
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why Israel has ordered a probe against Benjamin Netanyahu's wife Sara

Firstpost  

Sara Netanyahu, wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing a legal probe over alleged witness harassment and obstruction of justice. The investigation stems from WhatsApp messages suggesting she orchestrated campaigns to intimidate political opponents and witnesses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, flanked by his wife Sara Netanyahu, attends an inauguration event for Israel's new light rail line for …

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife Sara in hot water: WhatsApp messages spark witness harassment investigation
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife Sara in hot water: WhatsApp messages spark witness harassment investigation

Live Mint  

Israel’s Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, on Thursday, December 26 ordered a probe into Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's wife, Sara Netanyahu after a report alleged that she had harassed political opponents. The probe comes after Channel 12's ‘Uvda’ program unravelled WhatsApp messages which show Sara Netanyahu asking a former aide to organise protests against opponents. As per the WhatsApp messages …

Israeli attorney general orders probe into allegation that Netanyahu’s wife harassed opponents
3 weeks ago

Israeli attorney general orders probe into allegation that Netanyahu’s wife harassed opponents

LA Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, left, attends the fifth day of testimony in his trial on corruption charges at the district court in Tel Aviv on Monday. Israel’s attorney general has ordered police to open an investigation into Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife on suspicion of harassing political opponents and witnesses in the Israeli leader’s corruption trial. The Israeli Justice …

Benjamin Netanyahu finally takes stand at corruption trial: ‘I have waited 8 years for this’
1 month ago

Benjamin Netanyahu finally takes stand at corruption trial: ‘I have waited 8 years for this’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Benjamin Netanyahu has become Israel’s …

Israel’s Netanyahu testifies in his corruption trial for first time
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu testifies in his corruption trial for first time

Live Mint  

TEL AVIV—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the stand on Tuesday to testify in his long-running corruption trial even as he manages a multi-front war—underscoring the tensions around his leadership Netanyahu, who will be the first sitting Israeli prime minister to testify in his own trial, was indicted in 2019 for corruption, fraud and breach of trust, charges he denies. …

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years
1 month ago

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand Tuesday for the first time in his long-running trial on corruption charges. Allegations also mounted against the Netanyahus for using government money to purchase furniture for their private beach house and to cover the medical expenses of Sara Netanyahu’s late father. Flying high Netanyahu was suspected of …

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years
1 month ago

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been dogged by scandal for years

The Independent  

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Netanyahu Takes the Witness Stand in Historic Corruption Trial
1 month ago

Netanyahu Takes the Witness Stand in Historic Corruption Trial

Live Mint  

-- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take the witness stand for the first time in a corruption trial in which he’s accused of bribery, fraud and breach of trust, a case that’s played havoc with the nation’s political life for nearly a decade. Netanyahu and his team tried repeatedly to delay the sessions and triggered a petition …

Netanyahu’s trial for alleged corruption centers on these three cases
1 month ago

Netanyahu’s trial for alleged corruption centers on these three cases

Associated Press  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to testify in court on Tuesday, facing charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust in three separate cases. Here’s a look at the three main cases concerning the prime minister: Telecom Trade-off The most damaging case against Netanyahu involves an influence-peddling scandal in which two former aides have testified against him on …

Israel’s Netanyahu vows to challenge ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he takes the stand in his trial
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu vows to challenge ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he takes the stand in his trial

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised defiantly on Tuesday to knock down corruption allegations against him as he began testifying in his long-running trial, becoming the first sitting Israeli leader to take the stand as a criminal defendant. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print But the charges have torn …

What is the corruption case in which Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu will testify for the first time?
1 month ago

What is the corruption case in which Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu will testify for the first time?

Firstpost  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take to the witness stand on Tuesday for the first time in his long-running corruption trial. He denies the charges and has pleaded not guilty Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take to the witness stand on Tuesday for the first time in his long-running corruption trial. Netanyahu’s legal troubles …

Israel’s Netanyahu challenges ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he testifies at his trial
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu challenges ‘absurd’ corruption charges as he testifies at his trial

LA Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives at court in Tel Aviv to testify in his corruption trial on Tuesday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday rejected corruption allegations against him as he began testifying in his long-running trial, becoming the first sitting Israeli leader to take the stand as a criminal defendant. But the charges have torn open divisions in …

Israel’s Netanyahu decries ‘absurd’ charges at corruption trial appearance
1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu decries ‘absurd’ charges at corruption trial appearance

Al Jazeera  

Netanyahu took the stand for about four hours and will resume testifying on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken the stand for the first time in his long-running corruption trial, rejecting what he described as “absurd” allegations against him. Israel’s longest-serving prime minister faces charges of bribery, fraud and breach of public trust in three separate cases. And …

Israeli PM Netanyahu testifies in corruption trial for first time
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1 month ago

Israeli PM Netanyahu testifies in corruption trial for first time

India Today  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand for the first time on Tuesday in his long-running corruption trial to give testimony that will likely force him to juggle for weeks between the courtroom and war room. DIVISIONS AMONG THE ISRAELI PUBLIC Before the war, Netanyahu's legal troubles bitterly divided Israelis and shook Israeli politics through five rounds of …

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been embroiled in scandal for years
1 month ago

Netanyahu is testifying in his corruption trial. He has been embroiled in scandal for years

LA Times  

Demonstrators, including one in a mask, protest against Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu outside court in Tel Aviv on Tuesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand this week for the first time in his long-running trial on corruption charges. Allegations also mounted against the Netanyahus for using government money to purchase furniture for their private beach house and …

Netanyahu assails media as he testifies for first time in his corruption trial
1 month ago

Netanyahu assails media as he testifies for first time in his corruption trial

CNN  

Reuters — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the witness stand for the first time on Tuesday in his long-running corruption trial, saying he was being hounded for his hawkish security policies. Last week judges ruled that Netanyahu, indicted in 2019, must testify three times a week, forcing the longtime Israeli leader to juggle between the courtroom and the war …

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fronts corruption trial
1 month ago

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fronts corruption trial

ABC  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived at a Tel Aviv courthouse to take the stand for the first time in a long-running corruption trial. The Israeli prime minister has denied any wrongdoing and has pleaded not guilty to the charges of bribery, fraud and breach of public trust in three separate cases. Mr Netanyahu is Israel's longest-serving leader and …

Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, what you need to know
1 month, 1 week ago

Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, what you need to know

Al Jazeera  

The Israeli prime minister is facing corruption charges that could see him sentenced to up to 10 years in prison. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing multiple corruption charges in Israeli courts, is due to testify on Tuesday for the first time in his trial. Here’s a breakdown of what he is accused of doing: Case 1000 Also known …

Israel’s Netanyahu ordered to take stand in his corruption trial after repeated delays
1 month, 1 week ago

Israel’s Netanyahu ordered to take stand in his corruption trial after repeated delays

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — An Israeli court on Tuesday ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to take the stand next week in his long-running corruption trial, ending a series of delays. Netanyahu’s lawyers had filed multiple requests to put off the testimony, arguing first that the war in Gaza prevented him from properly preparing for his testimony, and later that his security could …

Netanyahu's corruption trial testimony deferred by 8 days
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Netanyahu's corruption trial testimony deferred by 8 days

Firstpost  

Authorities have accused Netanyahu of receiving items such as cigars, champagne, bracelets, handbags, and luxury clothing. He was also accused of interfering in investigations and judicial proceedings for personal gain Just a week before he was supposed to testify in the corruption case against him, a court on Tuesday granted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eight more days to prepare …

Netanyahu to testify in corruption trial next month: What's the case about?
2 months ago

Netanyahu to testify in corruption trial next month: What's the case about?

Firstpost  

Authorities accused Benjamin Netanyahu of receiving cigars, Champagne, bracelets, bags and luxury clothes. He also allegedly meddled in investigative and judicial proceedings for favours Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will face the court on December 2 to testify for his corruption trial. The corruption trial merges three distinct cases that Netanyahu is accused of, referred to as Cases 1000, 2000, …

Netanyahu’s corruption trial resumes amid Israeli war on Gaza. What to know
1 year, 1 month ago

Netanyahu’s corruption trial resumes amid Israeli war on Gaza. What to know

Al Jazeera  

Netanyahu, who did not attend Monday’s hearing, has described charges against him as a ‘witch-hunt’. Case 1000 alleges that Netanyahu, 74, and his wife, Sara, 65, have received lavish presents from prominent Israeli Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan and Australian billionaire businessman and Israeli citizen James Packer in return for political favours. Milchan testified that he provided gifts to Netanyahu in …

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial resumes under shadow of war
1 year, 1 month ago

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial resumes under shadow of war

India TV News  

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is currently leading the war-torn nation, is set to face the corruption trial on Monday after a hiatus of more than two months. Notably, Israel’s longest-serving prime minister was accused of massive corruption which allegedly includes receiving cigars, Champagne, bracelets, bags and luxury clothes; disrupting investigative and judicial proceedings; and even demanding fawning coverage …

Court says Netanyahu's son must pay damages to woman he implied had affair with his father's rival
1 year, 4 months ago

Court says Netanyahu's son must pay damages to woman he implied had affair with his father's rival

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's …

Court says Netanyahu’s son must pay damages to woman he implied had affair with his father’s rival
1 year, 4 months ago

Court says Netanyahu’s son must pay damages to woman he implied had affair with his father’s rival

LA Times  

Yair Netanyahu, posing for a photo in 2020 with his father, Benjamin Netanyahu, has been involved in several defamation cases over the years. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s son must compensate a woman who sued him after he implied she was having an affair with his father’s chief political opponent, a court ruled Wednesday. Yair Netanyahu first posted a screenshot …

Hollywood mogul acknowledges gifts to Netanyahu may have been 'excessive' in 2nd day of testimony
1 year, 6 months ago

Hollywood mogul acknowledges gifts to Netanyahu may have been 'excessive' in 2nd day of testimony

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Arnon Milchan, whose production credits include “Pretty Woman,” “12 …

Hollywood mogul acknowledges gifts to Netanyahu may have been ‘excessive’ in 2nd day of testimony
1 year, 6 months ago

Hollywood mogul acknowledges gifts to Netanyahu may have been ‘excessive’ in 2nd day of testimony

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — A billionaire Hollywood mogul took the stand for a second day on Monday in Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial, acknowledging that the long list of champagne, cigars and jewelry he systematically gave to the Israeli prime minister may have been excessive. Arnon Milchan, whose production credits include “Pretty Woman,” “12 Years a Slave,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody,” is a key …

Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan testifies in Benjamin Netanyahu corruption case
1 year, 6 months ago

Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan testifies in Benjamin Netanyahu corruption case

Live Mint  

Well known Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan testified before an Israeli court on Sunday in connection with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial. The development came even as the PM reintroduced legislation to restrict the power of Israel’s courts - dubbed it a bid to ‘whitewash corruption’ by Opposition leaders. Prosecutors allege that Netanyahu wrongfully received almost 700,000 shekels worth of …

Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan testifies at Netanyahu corruption trial over ‘supply line’ of gifts
1 year, 6 months ago

Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan testifies at Netanyahu corruption trial over ‘supply line’ of gifts

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — An Israeli producer of Hollywood blockbuster films took the stand in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial Sunday, describing how he routinely delivered tens of thousands of dollars of Champagne, cigars and other gifts requested by the Israeli leader. Arnon Milchan, who appeared by videoconference from the British city of Brighton, near where he is based, is a …

Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan testifies at Netanyahu corruption trial over ‘supply line’ of gifts
1 year, 6 months ago

Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan testifies at Netanyahu corruption trial over ‘supply line’ of gifts

LA Times  

An Israeli producer of Hollywood blockbuster films took the stand in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial Sunday, describing how he routinely delivered tens of thousands of dollars of Champagne, cigars and other gifts requested by the Israeli leader. Arnon Milchan, who appeared by videoconference from the British city of Brighton, near where he is based, is a key witness …

Netanyahu delays judicial overhaul after mass protests
1 year, 9 months ago

Netanyahu delays judicial overhaul after mass protests

ABC  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday announced a delay in his judicial overhaul plan, saying he wanted to give time to seek a compromise over the contentious package with his political opponents. Key points: Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to overhaul the country's judiciary has been postponed Thousands of protesters gathered outside the Knesset, or parliament, to pressure the government A …

Why Sara Netanyahu’s hair salon trip ended with riot police
1 year, 10 months ago

Why Sara Netanyahu’s hair salon trip ended with riot police

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — The scene signaled a grave national emergency — dozens of riot police charged through the streets of Tel Aviv as crowds of anti-government protesters howled and roared. The protesters’ Wednesday night siege of the beauty parlor, accompanied by chants of “shame, shame,” cast a spotlight on Sara Netanyahu, a divisive figure long intertwined with her husband’s political career. …

Why is Benjamin Netanyahu's wife at center of controversy?
1 year, 10 months ago

Why is Benjamin Netanyahu's wife at center of controversy?

The Independent  

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Netanyahu gets funding boost under shadow of economic woes
1 year, 10 months ago

Netanyahu gets funding boost under shadow of economic woes

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — An Israeli parliamentary committee on Thursday approved new funding for Benjamin Netanyahu and his family, giving the prime minister a boost in personal spending at a time when he is facing mass protests over his policies and as the economy is on shaky ground. “The shekel is crashing, investors are fleeing, interest rates are soaring, hundreds …

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu returns as PM with hard-right cabinet set to expand settlements
2 years ago

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu returns as PM with hard-right cabinet set to expand settlements

ABC  

Benjamin Netanyahu has been sworn in as Israel's prime minister again in a comeback as the head of a hard-right cabinet that promises to expand Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank and pursue other policies criticised at home and abroad. Key points: The 73-year-old had been sworn in for his sixth term as the prime minister of Israel His …

Netanyahu given chance to form most right-wing, religious government in Israeli history
2 years, 2 months ago

Netanyahu given chance to form most right-wing, religious government in Israeli history

LA Times  

Former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, celebrate after the first exit poll results in the Nov. 1 parliamentary elections. Israel’s president Friday asked Benjamin Netanyahu to form a new government, presenting the former longtime prime minister — who is currently standing trial on corruption charges — with the chance to end years of political instability in …

Israel: Netanyahu, Olmert butt heads in court defamation suit
3 years ago

Israel: Netanyahu, Olmert butt heads in court defamation suit

Al Jazeera  

Former PM Benjamin Netanyahu alleges ex-leader Olmert sought to harm his reputation and is seeking nearly $270,000 in damages. Two former Israeli prime ministers have faced off in an Israeli courtroom as Benjamin Netanyahu‘s defamation suit against Ehud Olmert got under way. Netanyahu, his wife and son appeared in the Tel Aviv Magistrate’s court on Monday for the opening of …

Former Netanyahu aide testifies in ex-PM’s corruption trial
3 years, 1 month ago

Former Netanyahu aide testifies in ex-PM’s corruption trial

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — A ex-aide to Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday took the stand in the former Israeli prime minister’s corruption trial, describing his boss as a “control freak” who was obsessed with the way he and his family were portrayed in the media. Nir Hefetz, a former spokesman for Netanyahu, is a key prosecution witness expected to deliver critical testimony in …

Former Netanyahu aide testifies in ex-PM's corruption trial
3 years, 1 month ago

Former Netanyahu aide testifies in ex-PM's corruption trial

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A one-time confidante to Benjamin …

Israel’s Netanyahu faces key witness in corruption trial
3 years, 1 month ago

Israel’s Netanyahu faces key witness in corruption trial

Al Jazeera  

Ex-media adviser Nir Hefetz is expected to deliver damning testimony in the trial of former PM Benjamin Netanyahu. A key prosecution witness has begun testifying in the trial of former Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who stands accused of fraud, breach of trust, and corruption. Nir Hefetz, a former media adviser to the former prime minister and his family, gave …

Benjamin Netanyahu's favours were 'currency', prosecutor says as Israel corruption trial starts
3 years, 9 months ago

Benjamin Netanyahu's favours were 'currency', prosecutor says as Israel corruption trial starts

ABC  

Israeli prosecutors have accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of treating favours as "currency" at the opening of a corruption trial in Jerusalem. Key points: Mr Netanyahu is charged with accepting bribes, fraud and breach of trust in three cases He is accused of providing legislative favours in return for positive media coverage He has pleaded not guilty to all charges, …

Israel: PM Netanyahu accused of ‘illegitimate use’ of power
3 years, 9 months ago

Israel: PM Netanyahu accused of ‘illegitimate use’ of power

Al Jazeera  

Prime minister appears in court at his corruption trial as President Rivlin begins talks on who should lead the government. Israeli prosecutors accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of treating favours as “currency” on Monday at the opening of a corruption trial which, along with an inconclusive election, has clouded his prospects of remaining in office. Israel’s longest-serving prime minister misused …

Sara Netanyahu, wife of Israeli PM, recovering after surgery
3 years, 10 months ago

Sara Netanyahu, wife of Israeli PM, recovering after surgery

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sara Netanyahu the wife of …

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes in Jerusalem
3 years, 11 months ago

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes in Jerusalem

Firstpost  

Netanyahu stands accused of accepting lavish gifts from wealthy friends and offering to grant favors to powerful media moguls in exchange for favorable coverage of him and his family Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pleaded not guilty on Monday as his trial on corruption charges resumed in a Jerusalem courtroom just weeks before national elections in which he hopes …

Israeli PM pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes
3 years, 11 months ago

Israeli PM pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pleaded not guilty Monday as his trial on corruption charges resumed in a Jerusalem courtroom just weeks before national elections in which he hopes to extend his 12-year rule. Still, he said holding the evidentiary stage at this time would amount to election “interference.” Israel’s longest serving leader is also the first sitting …

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes weeks before election
3 years, 11 months ago

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes weeks before election

ABC  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has appeared in a Jerusalem courtroom to formally plead not guilty to corruption charges just weeks before national elections in which he hopes to extend his 12-year rule. Key points: Mr Netanyahu is accused of offering to grant favours to media moguls in exchange for favourable coverage He says the trial is a "witch-hunt" that …

Israel PM Netanyahu pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes
3 years, 11 months ago

Israel PM Netanyahu pleads not guilty as corruption trial resumes

Al Jazeera  

Benjamin Netanyahu returns to court to face three corruption allegations just six weeks ahead of an election. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has returned to court and pleaded not guilty to corruption charges as his trial enters an intensified phase six weeks before an election. Netanyahu, the first Israeli prime minister to be indicted in office, was charged last year …

Israeli prosecutors spell out corruption allegations against Netanyahu
4 years ago

Israeli prosecutors spell out corruption allegations against Netanyahu

LA Times  

Israeli prosecutors have released an amended indictment spelling out detailed charges against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a corruption case in which he is accused of trading favors with a powerful media mogul. The document listed all 315 suspected incidents, which included numerous alleged requests to publish flattering articles and photos of Netanyahu’s wife, Sara, to conceal reports of embarrassing …

Israeli prosecutors spell out allegations against Netanyahu
4 years ago

Israeli prosecutors spell out allegations against Netanyahu

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israeli prosecutors on Sunday released an amended indictment spelling out detailed charges against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a corruption case in which he is accused of trading favors with a powerful media mogul. One of them alleges that Netanyahu promoted regulations worth hundreds of millions of dollars to the owner of the Bezeq telecom company in exchange …

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