Netanyahu Trial

Netanyahu hearing canceled due to 'security & diplomatic reasons'

Hearing on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cases canceled due to urgent 'security and diplomatic' reasons.

Herzog on Netanyahu pardon: Understandings must be reached

President Isaac Herzog called for dialogue and compromise over Netanyahu’s pardon request while warning against growing national division.

Netanyahu at the start of his testimony: “Absurd"

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu referred at the beginning of his testimony in court to the security and political burden he is under, and defined the hearing in his case as an "absurd" situation.

PM Netanyahu's testimony canceled

Court announces cancellation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled testimony due to security-related matters.

A-G to President:

'Ready for dialogue on Netanyahu’s cases'

In response to the President’s request, Gali Baharav-Miara announces that the prosecution is willing to hold talks with Prime Minister Netanyahu’s defense team to reach a plea deal.

Trump:

A pardon for Netanyahu would make Herzog a 'national hero'

Trump urges Herzog to pardon Netanyahu, calls him a potential 'national hero' and criticizes ongoing trial during wartime situation

Court rejects Netanyahu's request to delay start of testimony

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu walks out of court session with judges' approval after request to begin later rejected.

President’s Residence proposes mediation in Netanyahu cases

The legal adviser to the President’s Residence has invited the parties in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s criminal cases to discussions aimed at reaching agreements before any hearing on the pardon request.

Netanyahu testimony canceled last-minute over security concerns

After two-month hiatus, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony canceled due to security reasons.

'Classified security reasons'

Prosecution agrees to postpone Netanyahu's testimony

Prosecutor's office does not oppose Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request not to testify this week in the cases against him.

Minister Eliyahu compares Netanyahu pardon to Line 300 affair

Minister Amichai Eliyahu compared President Chaim Herzog's decision in the Bus 300 affair to the current situation and called on President Isaac Herzog to show similar responsibility.

Heritage Minister announces:

Legal opinion for Netanyahu's pardon completed

Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu announces completion of legal opinion on pardoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says it will be presented 'as soon as possible' to President Isaac Herzog.

'Weak and pathetic'

Trump calls out Herzog over Netanyahu pardon

Trump debated Herzog's claim that he needs to wait for a legal opinion before pardoning the Prime Minister and said that he alone has to decide on the matter.

A Pardon for the Prime Minister?

How Trump might respond to Herzog's Fox News interview

A Talmudic principle used by Herzog's revered grandfather and other legal factors make a pardon doable, but what is needed is the courage to put the people first and allow the Prime Minister to concentrate wholly on the war. Letter.

Trump on Netanyahu pardon: I’m all for Bibi

President Donald Trump says he is “all for Bibi" when asked by Channel 14 News about a pardon for the Prime Minister and possibly sanctioning top Israeli judicial officials.

Herzog responds to Trump:

'Netanyahu pardon bound by Israeli law'

President Herzog says any decision on pardoning Netanyahu must follow Israeli law, stressing that wartime halts proceedings and that he will await legal opinions before acting.

'Disgrace'

Trump launches fierce attack on President Herzog

President Trump claimed that the Israeli President promised to pardon Prime Minister Netanyahu and demanded he do so immediately, so as not to distract from the war against Iran.

Day 80

Heated exchange of words during Netanyahu's testimony

Confrontation between the prosecutor and the Prime Minister over a remark made during the investigation leads to heated exchange.

Police Appeal:

Senior Netanyahu advisor not be allowed to leave the country

The District Court accepted the police appeal and restored the restrictive conditions on the prime minister's chief of staff and ambassador-designate to the United Kingdom, Tzachi Braverman.

A Democracy in Procedural Captivity:

The case for granting Netanyahu a pardon

Democracies depend on the belief that courts adjudicate discrete wrongs, not that they preside over permanent plebiscites on leadership. Opinion.

Trump:

'Regime change in Iran could be the best thing'

Trump suggests regime change in Iran "could be the best thing". He expresses confidence in Iran talks but warns of dire consequences if no deal is reached. He also predicts Netanyahu will receive a pardon.

'Not what I approved'

When Mandelblit opposed expanding the Netanyahu investigation

Internal protocols reveal former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit's objections to the Netanyahu investigation, noting that the police exceeded the guidelines.

Ben-Gvir calls for US intervention

The National Security Minister called the Prime Minister's trial 'a farce' and called on the US President to 'put an end to this abuse of the Prime Minister.'

Herzog:

Netanyahu's case should have been resolved before pardon request

President Isaac Herzog speaks at Davos forum about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request for pardon, stressing process will be done properly and only through the legal system.

Gali Baharav‑Miara expected to block pardon for Netanyahu

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is expected to submit a legal opinion arguing that granting the Prime Minister a pardon does not comply with the law.

Netanyahu to prosecutor:

Claims about my family are nonsense

During cross-examination, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed prosecution claims regarding Sara and Yair Netanyahu’s alleged involvement in official matters.

Jonathan S. Tobin:

Who has the right to judge Netanyahu for the events of Oct. 7?

The government can’t be trusted to investigate itself, but neither can institutions that are biased against it. History will render its verdict; in the meantime, it should be left to Israel’s voters. Opinion.

Chaos during PM's testimony

Signs seized, bereaved mother breaks down in tears

During Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony, chaos broke out in the courtroom after court guards confiscated signs from bereaved families.

Before becoming president

The secret legal opinion Herzog received on Netanyahu pardon

A secret legal opinion prepared by those close to the president dealt with the possibility of granting Netanyahu a pardon before the indictment was filed against him. Herzog's office denies the report.

Watch

The question which surprised President Herzog

ZOA-Betar leader Ben Kogan says his mic was cut and detectives sent to remove him after urging Herzog to pardon Netanyahu at the AZM conference: “It’s not Bibi who should ask for forgiveness, but the Jewish people.”

Netanyahu’s testimony tomorrow canceled

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not testify tomorrow (Monday) in his trial after presenting the need to attend a diplomatic meeting, followed by a mandatory Knesset session

Herzog on Netanyahu's pardon request: 'Extraordinary'

In Politico interview, Israeli President Isaac Herzog speaks about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pardon request, and his opinion of US President Donald Trump.

After writing to Herzog

Trump shares Arutz Sheva report on Netanyahu’s pardon request

Trump shares link to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News’ report on Netanyahu’s pardon request to Herzog, after previously calling the trial a “political witch hunt” and urging Israel’s president to grant clemency to the Prime Minister.

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Netanyahu pulls out Bugs Bunny doll in video

Prime Minister Netanyahu released a video in English in which he claimed that his trial was a "political farce," and belittled the indictment, calling it the "Bugs Bunny trial."

Netanyahu on Mamdani threat:

'Of course I’ll come to New York'

Prime Minister Netanyahu tells the NYT Dealbook forum that Israel is fighting the "free world's battle," rejects a Palestinian state, calls his trial a "witch hunt," and vows to secure peace through absolute strength.

Pardon for Netanyahu? Haim Ramon’s unequivocal statement

Former minister Haim Ramon argues that the chances of a pardon for Prime Minister Netanyahu are very slim, and calls on him to retire from political life.

Netanyahu to be pardoned?

Pres. Herzog: Decision to be based only on benefit to the nation

President Isaac Herzog responds to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s pardon request, says he 'will consider solely the best interests of the State of Israel and Israeli society.'

Estimate: Netanyahu will be pardoned - in exchange for elections

President Isaac Herzog weighing Prime Minister Netanyahu's pardon request; sources say elections may be moved up in exchange.

Netanyahu tells judges: 'This is on the verge of impossible'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testifies in court, says 'it is on the verge of impossible' to do three testimonies a week due to security situation.

The Netanyahu trial:

Israel’s 'Deep State' witch hunt

The years-long legal campaign against Israel’s longest-serving and most consequential leader has descended into a grotesque political spectacle-a weaponization of the judiciary by the “Deep State.” Opinion.

Netanyahu

'I'll consider asking for pardon, will not plead guilty'

In an interview with Australian journalist Erin Molan, Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed his legal battle and President Trump’s involvement: "The trial only embarrasses the prosecution."

'You get right to the point'

Netanyahu thanks Trump for letter to Herzog

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reacted to President Donald Trump's letter to Israeli President Isaac Herzog asking him to pardon him.

Trump Writes To Herzog:

'Pardon Netanyahu, his attention cannot be diverted'

President Herzog received a signed letter from President Trump urging him to consider pardoning Netanyahu. Herzog clarified that a pardon request requires a formal procedure in accordance with the rules.

'Sliding Toward Dictatorship':

Judge Aharon Barak's warning to Israel

The former president of the Supreme Court warned of a long process of erosion in the democratic system and expressed support for a plea bargain in the prime minister's trial.

Court rejects request:

Netanyahu trial to be heard four days a week

The court has rejected the Prime Minister's request to hold hearings in the cases against him three days a week. Starting in November, hearings will be held every day from Sunday through Wednesday.

The bill that could postpone Netanyahu's trial

Bill granting Knesset House Committee power to postpone trials against Prime Minister and government ministers set to be approved by Ministerial Committee on Legislation.

'Urgent diplomatic meetings'

Court approves: Netanyahu’s testimony this week canceled

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s testimony sessions for this week canceled, following court approval of his request citing urgent diplomatic meetings.

Judges rule:

Netanyahu’s trial to be held four times a week

Judges overseeing Netanyahu’s cases reject his lawyers’ request and rule that, starting in November, the trial will hold four hearings per week.

Dr. Mordechai Nisan:

The War against Netanyahu

We now know from Congressional investigation that under Biden, many millions of US dollars helped finance the anti-Netanyahu protest movement. Opinion.

To speed up trial:

Netanyahu to testify three times a week

Jerusalem court schedules four weekly hearings in Netanyahu corruption case, considers moving proceedings to Beit Shemesh for security reasons.

Due to illness:

Netanyahu requests to cancel testimony, prosecution consents

Prime Minister diagnosed with intestinal infection, receives hospital treatment, and requests to cancel testimony scheduled for this week.

Unprecedented

US Amb. Huckabee came to court to support Netanyahu

In an unprecedented move, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee came to the court where Prime Minister Netanyahu was testifying to support him.

PM's military secretary interrupts Netanyahu trial

The Prime Minister was handed an envelope and immediately requested a recess, saying 'my military secretary is here, he never shows up here.'

Will Netanyahu be walking into a trap in Trump’s White House?

Does Trump think he is going to dictate Israel's immediate future?

Netanyahu seeks to delay testimony again ahead of US trip

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu requests to cancel next week's court testimony ahead of his planned trip to the US to meet President Trump and other officials.

The Netanyahu trial:

I am My Brother’s Keeper, not his Prosecutor!

We must join Trump in demanding an end to the witch hunt against Netanyahu in the light of the war against Iran. The height of absurdity was when he was questioned on a Bugs Bunny stuffed animal his son received decades ago. Opinion.

A doozy of an anti-Netanyahu/Trump two-fer

The claim that the Israeli prime minister crafted the U.S. president’s Truth Social post about dropping his trial is as laughable as it is a shameless lie. Opinion.

Judges accept request:

Netanyahu won't testify in court this week

Jerusalem District Court accepts PM's request to delay the upcoming hearings in his trial.

Again:

Trump denounces Netanyahu's trial as a 'political witch hunt'

US President doubles down again on his criticism of Netanyahu’s trial: The United States of America spends Billions a year protecting and supporting Israel. We are not going to stand for this.

Court rejects Netanyahu’s request to delay testimony

Jerusalem District Court denies Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s request to postpone his trial testimony, prompting fierce criticism from ministers.