On March 4, Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu participated in the next hearing at the Tel Aviv District Court. He faces charges of bribery, fraud, and abuse of power, which have caused significant uproar in the country's political life.
Netanyahu – the first sitting Prime Minister to be charged
For the first time in Israeli history, a sitting head of government is answering in court for a corruption case. The criminal case against Netanyahu was opened in 2020, but the process was delayed several times due to the war with HAMAS. The court was reinstated in December 2024, and currently, 9 sessions are planned.
What is Netanyahu being accused of?
The prosecution accuses Netanyahu of accepting illegal gifts and attempting to protect his interests through the media.
Corruption and gifts:
Netanyahu received expensive gifts from billionaire film producer Arnon Milchan. These gifts were given to protect Netanyahu's personal and political interests, according to the indictment summary.
Agreement with Bezeq telecommunications company:
The Israeli Prime Minister granted economic benefits worth 475,000 euros to Bezeq, the company that owns the Walla news site. In response, positive materials about Netanyahu and his wife were published on the site.
Discussion with "Yediot Ahronot":
Netanyahu is also accused of attempting to negotiate with the "Yediot Ahronot" newspaper.
Israeli law prescribes up to 10 years in prison for bribery and up to 3 years for fraud and abuse of power. If the charges are confirmed, Netanyahu could face serious penalties.
The International Criminal Court is also charging Netanyahu
On November 21, 2024, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant against Binyamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Galant.
According to the charges, crimes against humanity were committed in the Gaza Strip. In particular, actions aimed at depriving the civilian population of water, medicine, food, fuel, and electricity are being assessed as violations of the laws of war.
Netanyahu denies the charges
The Israeli Prime Minister denies all the charges against him, emphasizing that this process is organized as political revenge.
“I have committed no crime. These charges are a political attack against me and my government,” Netanyahu stated earlier. His supporters also describe the court process as “political persecution.”
Conclusion: The most sensational trial in Israel
Hearings against Netanyahu are ongoing, and a definitive verdict has yet to be reached. If found guilty, the political balance in Israel could change significantly. At the same time, the International Criminal Court is also investigating his actions, which further jeopardizes Netanyahu's political future.
The trial is being closely monitored by the public and the international community. For the first time in Israeli history, a sitting Prime Minister is being tried on corruption charges, and this process is of significant importance for the country's political future.
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