corruption

Two former Chinese ministers sentenced to death for corruption

A military court on Thursday convicted Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu of accepting bribes and ordered the confiscation of all their personal assets.

Ashkelon Mayor Tomer Glam questioned on suspicion of corruption

Cleared for publication: Ashkelon Mayor Tomer Glam is the mayor who was arrested on suspicion of corruption and is suspected of using donations intended for soldiers for his personal benefit.

Local leader and senior officials detained

Police detain head of local authority in southern Israel, senior officials, on suspicion of corruption.

'Money Maze' scandal

Three police officers detained for questioning

The “Money Maze” investigation widened as a police commander and two officers were questioned over alleged ties to the Bakri crime organization and misuse of Nazareth’s financial system.

Suspicions against Lahav 433 commander revealed

The Police Investigation Department has lifted the gag order on the investigation into Commissioner Manny Binyamin on suspicion that he passed sensitive information to figures involved in a major criminal case in the north.

Severe corruption scandal at checkpoint north of Jerusalem

An indictment says three Border Police officers took bribes to let unauthorized Palestinian Arabs pass the Ras Biddu Checkpoint, enabling a broad smuggling network.

MK Son Har-Melech reveals:

AG sat with MAG, handed over Force 100 probe

Mk Limor Son Har-Melech says Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara sat with Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi on Force 100 affair, was aware of fabricated investigations.

Histadrut corruption scandal

Key suspects' detention extended

A court extended the detention of Histadrut head Arnon Bar-David, his wife, and others in a major corruption case, citing risks of evidence tampering and obstruction.

Shin Bet eavesdropped for six months - without proper supervision

Shin Bet wiretap continued even after suspect was released, information obtained in it was used against Shin Bet chief David Zini during the period of his candidacy.

PA fires two top officials over corruption allegations

PA dismisses official in charge of transportation and Crossings Authority head amid corruption probes, including antiquities smuggling.

Ex-terrorist:

I gave info on hostages, the Shin Bet ignored me

Mohammad Massad, ex-PLO member turned activist, claims he delivered detailed hostage locations from Gaza to Shin Bet, but officials ignored his messages.

Pedro Sánchez’s Spain:

Corruption, Antisemitism, and the politics of shame

The tragedy is not just Sánchez, who turned antisemitism into state policy to shield himself from scandal.The tragedy is a Spain that he drags down with him. Opinion.

French probe targets former Lebanese PM Najib Mikati

French investigators open a corruption inquiry into former Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati. The probe, launched by anti-corruption groups, accuses Mikati and his brother of fraudulently building their fortune.

The failed attempt to convince an AI to turn against Netanyahu

Attorney Itai Leshem, who is being sued by Prime Minister Netanyahu for over half a million shekels, tried to convince the "Grok" AI engine on X network that Netanyahu is the most corrupt prime minister in Israeli history. The AI refused to agree with him.

Wife of Bob Menendez convicted in bribery case

Nadine Menendez found guilty in her federal corruption trial, echoing the earlier conviction of her husband, ex-Sen. Bob Menendez. Prosecutors say the couple accepted bribes, including gold and a luxury car, in exchange for political favors.

Elon Musk to investigate how Representatives became so wealthy

Elon Musk has declared that he will investigate how some US lawmakers amassed their fortunes despite relatively low salaries.

Suspicion of bribery

Mayor from northern Israel and his deputy arrested

Mayor from northern Israel, his deputy, and additional suspects arrested on suspicion of election bribery. According to the police, they operated through vote fixers in exchange for municipal positions.

Erdoğan once again takes revenge against his archenemy

Turkey takes another step against Istanbul mayor, one of the country's most popular opposition leaders, who was banned from running in last elections.

In January

Former Senator Menendez to be sentenced as planned

Judge rules that former New Jersey Senator will be sentenced on corruption charges on January 29, while his wife will face trial on similar charges starting February 5.

Eric Adams accused of accepting bribes from Turkish official

New York Mayor accused of accepting gifts and bribes from Turkish official to open Turkish consulate, accepting other bribes and gifts over many years.

Shoftim:

Free from corruption

The results of many cases brought before the US Supreme Court are predictable because of the previous strongly held views of the individual justices. They are not corrupt in the criminal sense of the word, but in the world of the Torah they are not freed from the taint of corruption.

To the West's corrupt media, Haniyeh is a "martyr"

How did Italian and other Western media describe the Hamas murderer assassinated in Tehran? And his cohort, Deif? and Meshaal? Unbelievable. Opinion.

After conviction:

Senator Menendez to resign from Congress

Senator Bob Menendez will resign his seat effective August 20, after he was found guilty of corruption.

Sen. Bob Menendez found guilty in federal corruption trial

Jury finds Democrat from New Jersey guilty of 16 counts — including bribery, extortion, wire fraud, obstruction of justice and acting as a foreign agent.

160 lawyers demand US investigate South African gov. corruption

Shurat HaDin leads lawyers in penning letter to Sec. Blinken, Congress, accusing South African government of accepting bribes from Iran to accuse Israel of genocide at the ICJ.

Former Pakistani PM sentenced to 10 years in prison

Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan was charged with displaying classified documents during a rally.

Austria:

Former Chancellor charged over alleged corruption

Austria’s former Chancellor, Sebastian Kurz, charged with making false statements to a parliamentary inquiry.

Israeli citizen charged with spying accuses Biden of 'cover-up'

He is charged with 8 counts of acting as a foreign agent and illegal arms deals but is this just Biden trying to cover up for his son?

Indian citizens outraged as new road is revealed as carpet

What appeared to be a new road in India turned out to be a carpet, prompting widespread anger against the government.

Op-ed:

Brazen hypocrisy in our politics corrodes the national soul

The risk is when corruption and brazen hypocrisy aggregate to supersede right and wrong. That is happening in the US and Israel. Op-ed.

Egypt:

38 handed life sentences over corruption, other charges

Among those sentenced was a businessman whose social media posts sparked protests in 2019.

Faina Kirschenbaum denied visit to critically-ill mother

Yisrael Beytenu politician is currently serving a ten-year sentence for bribery and money-laundering.

Greek MEP suspended amid corruption probe

Greek MEP Eva Kaili suspended as vice president of the European Parliament over suspected bribery by a Gulf state.

Shocking report:

Lapid advisor-oil exec. brother pressured maritime border deal

Hillel Koverinsky, who holds no official government position attempted to convince members of the government to vote for the agreement.

What the Democrats do not realize is going to bite them

The Democrats are acting as if they will rule forever, but if elections bring change, they may get a taste their own bitter medicine. Op-ed.

Bloodshed and corruption defile the Land

The alleged corruption revealed in the past few days in Israel should remind us of Torah admonitions about conditions for retaining the land

PM Bennett:

'Renovating my home cost only NIS 160,000,' says PM

PM praises current govt for "positive atmosphere," successful Gaza policy.

The Globalists are becoming more reckless

Americans are being ruled by corrupt and incompetent elites who ruiin countless lives when it suits their globalist, left-wing agenda.Op-ed.

From the Hebrew Press: The rot is beginning to surface

Israel is a special country fighting for its existence, but it seems to be afflicted with the rot that is causing the West to decay.Op-ed.

Swedish FM: PA risks losing aid over its corruption

Minister Anne Linde makes first visit by a Swedish FM to Israel since Sweden recognized 'Palestine.'

ANALYSIS: Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas corruption exposed

A whistleblower hands over secret files documenting widespread corruption at the top in the PA, while Gazans video the real situation there.

Former terrorist: 'Occupation' industry serves corruption

Ex-Fatah terrorist describes how left-wing organizations, PA leaders exploit Palestinian Arabs for their own monetary gain.

Unprecedented: 'Netanyahu could easily end up in prison'

Legal affairs reporter Guy Peleg admits: 'It's no simple a matter to tell Netanyahu to resign and admit he's a criminal.'

Netanyahu trial to begin March 17

Corruption trial against PM Netanyahu set for 2 weeks following elections.

Trump was legally obligated to ask Ukraine about Biden

'Something rotten in how judiciary handled PM's investigations'

Zionist watchdog Im Tirtuz calls for disciplinary actions against State Prosecutor Shai Nitzan.

Really, just a shame how some Israelis consume the best of our own

Mayors of two Israeli towns arrested in bribery investigation

10 suspects arrested, 9 more detained in connection with probes into bribery, money laundering, and other corruption allegations.

Shaked: 'Suspects' rights are trampled by justice system'

Ayelet Shaked, former Justice Min., criticizes justice system for not requiring court order to confiscate phones.

Millions of shekels for 'security for schools' - but no security

Bedouin municipalities approve budgets padded with millions earmarked for 'security' - but no security systems are in place.

Africa’s black emperors

UNRWA faces allegations of corruption, 'sexual misconduct'

UN agency created to aid Palestinian Arab refugees accused of ethics violations at the highest levels, including chief Pierre Krahenbuhl.

Darker clouds over a Diaspora dream

Senior Dimona nuclear plant official suspected of corruption

Ongoing special police investigation moves to open stage, gag order imposed on details of investigation and suspect's identity.

Senior judge convicted of traffic offense

Tel Aviv District Court Chief Justice caught by policeman using cell phone while driving. Judge convicted after indictment 'rectified'.

Police confirm Netanyahu investigations complete

Attorney General to decide whether to indict PM in early 2019 after police wrap up 3 corruption investigations.

Official may have promoted others illegally

In newest corruption case, police detain seven on suspicion of involvement in bribery, fraud.

Netanyahu grilled for 12th time in Bezeq case

Police question PM Netanyahu for what is believed to be the last time in corruption allegations in Bezeq case before making recommendations.

IDF base commander suspected of corruption

Commander of Kirya military base in Tel Aviv on leave as investigation into alleged activities underway.

Argentina: Former president slams 'judicial persecution'

Former Argentine Pres. Kirchner says anti-corruption probe is an attempt to keep her out of upcoming elections.