Netanyahu

Netanyahu Defends Note Guidance During Trial, Highlights Quick Pace of Investigation and Dismisses Media Bribery Claims

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TEL AVIV, Israel — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his actions during his corruption trial on Monday, arguing his need to balance his court testimony with his duties as prime minister. Throughout his testimony in Tel Aviv District Court, Netanyahu faced scrutiny from prosecutors over receiving notes from aides, an action questioned for its transparency. During the proceedings, the Israeli leader was confronted after a recess, which followed an aide handing him a note. The prosecution expressed concerns about not being privy to the note’s content, which stirred a sharp retort from Netanyahu who insisted … Read more

Trump Administration Considers Sanctions Against UK Prosecutor in Netanyahu ICC Case

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The Hague, Netherlands — Former U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly contemplating imposing sanctions on a British lawyer who is spearheading the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) case against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This move by Trump signals a contentious relationship with the ICC, which recently issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Israel’s former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over allegations of war crimes committed in Gaza. The arrest warrants, spearheaded by British lawyer and Chief ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan, were issued following a unanimous decision by a three-judge panel in early May. The ICC’s decision … Read more

ICC Chief Prosecutor Urges Quick Decision on Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas Leaders Amid Gaza Conflict Allegations

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The Hague, Netherlands – The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, has called upon the court to expedite their decision on his bid to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other figures implicated in the Gaza war. Khan emphasized the critical nature of these proceedings, citing the profound impacts delays could have on the rights of victims. In a recent statement, Khan detailed his request for the arrest of prominent Israeli and Hamas leaders for their alleged roles in the conflict that escalated following a Hamas-initiated attack on … Read more