Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in a Tel Aviv court on Tuesday to testify in his long-running corruption trial, balancing courtroom obligations with managing Israel's war in Gaza.
Netanyahu, facing charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust, is accused of accepting gifts from wealthy associates and seeking regulatory favours for media tycoons in exchange for positive coverage. He denies all allegations, calling the investigations a "witch hunt."
The trial had been delayed due to the Gaza war, but judges recently ruled he must testify three times weekly. Protesters gathered outside the courthouse, divided between supporters and critics urging action to secure hostages held by Hamas.
Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving leader, has been in power almost continuously since 2009 and is the first sitting prime minister charged with a crime. His trial, once a divisive issue, was overshadowed by the October 2023 Hamas attack and subsequent war. However, political unity has since eroded, with cabinet ministers clashing with the judiciary.
Last month, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, former Defence Chief Yoav Gallant, and a Hamas leader over alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is continuing his testimony in court today as part of an ongoing trial involving serious allegations. At the heart of the case are claims of improper conduct tied to media coverage and regulatory decision.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified for the first time in his corruption trial, calling the charges against him “ridiculous.” Protests erupted outside the Tel Aviv courthouse, as critics and supporters clashed over the embattled leader’s political and legal future.
Israeli PM Netanyahu testifies in corruption trial, juggling courtroom appearances with leadership amid Gaza war and regional unrest.
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Senior U.S. diplomats met with Syria's new de facto ruler, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Friday, discussing Syria's political transition. Following a "productive" meeting, the U.S. decided to remove a bounty on al-Sharaa's head.
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A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing one and injuring several. The driver has been arrested, and investigations are ongoing.
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Senior U.S. diplomats met with Syria's new de facto ruler, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Friday, discussing Syria's political transition. Following a "productive" meeting, the U.S. decided to remove a bounty on al-Sharaa's head.
A U.S. government shutdown could cost the travel industry $1 billion per week, disrupt holiday travel, and lead to longer airport wait times, warns the U.S. Travel Association.
Italian Deputy PM Salvini acquitted of 2019 migrant kidnapping charges, a win for his anti-immigration stance amid rising European far-right support.
A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing one and injuring several. The driver has been arrested, and investigations are ongoing.
With over 90 stations adorned with breathtaking works of art, Stockholm's subway is a must-see destination for art lovers and curious travelers. Spanning seven decades of creativity, the artwork in the metro system dates back to the 1950s and continues to inspire new generations of artists.
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