Lawyer Criticizes Former AG Mandelblit's Testimony in Netanyahu Trial
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Lawyer Shira Spitz criticized former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit's testimony in the Netanyahu trial, accusing him of repeating past mistakes. Spitz, known from the "Mishpatim Busha" affair, alleged Mandelblit is trying to blame police for past wrongs and noted the prosecution's involvement. She also criticized media coverage and Mandelblit's demeanor during his testimony, comparing his current actions to his past conduct towards her.
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- Lawyer Shira Spitz accused former AG Avichai Mandelblit of repeating mistakes in his testimony at the Netanyahu trial.
- Spitz alleged Mandelblit is attempting to shift blame for past wrongdoings onto police investigators.
- She criticized Mandelblit's interactions with prosecutors and his sensitive demeanor during court testimony.
- Spitz compared Mandelblit's current tactics to his past actions during the "Mishpatim Busha" affair.
- She criticized media coverage, stating truth is often dictated by news outlets.
- Spitz views her current activism as a form of "correction" for her past experiences.
Lawyer Shira Spitz has sharply criticized the testimony of former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit in the Netanyahu trial, stating he is "repeating the exact same mistakes." Spitz, who was involved in the "Mishpatim Busha" (Shameful Trials) affair, commented on Mandelblit's strategy during an interview with Dana Ron.
Spitz alleged that Mandelblit is attempting to shift blame for alleged wrongdoings in her case onto the police and investigators, but noted that the State Prosecution's involvement has also emerged. She predicted Mandelblit would face repercussions for his testimony, suggesting he has been "called to order" and is now being more careful.
She also commented on Mandelblit's interactions with prosecutor Yehudit Tirosh and remarks made by Prime Minister Netanyahu's lawyer, Amit Haddad, during the proceedings, calling such exchanges "unacceptable in court." Spitz further described Mandelblit as overly sensitive during his testimony, claiming he cried before the judges and expressed feeling pressured.
Comparing Mandelblit's current actions to his conduct during her own case, Spitz stated he seems to be employing the same methods, targeting less prominent women then and more visible ones now. She recounted her experience in the "Mishpatim Busha" affair, emphasizing her prior political neutrality and lack of social media presence, which she believes contributed to the case's public attention.
Spitz also criticized media coverage, asserting that truth is often defined by what outlets decide was said or what they deem the reality to be. She reflected that the outcome of her case might have differed if Mandelblit's security guard had corroborated his claims, but the guard denied Spitz had attempted to say more than what she became known for.
Spitz sees her involvement in Kinneret Barashi's "Open Studio" initiative as a form of "correction" for the events she experienced.
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