Poll: Israelis Divided on Canceling Netanyahu Trial After Mandelblit Testimony
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
A Channel 14 poll shows Israelis are divided on canceling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial following former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit's testimony that he did not review the evidence before approving the indictment. Fifty percent oppose cancellation, while 45% support it. Additionally, 58% of respondents oppose President Isaac Herzog granting Netanyahu an immediate pardon, with 36% in favor. The poll surveyed 538 adults on October 12, 2026.
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- 50% of Israelis oppose canceling Prime Minister Netanyahu's trial following former AG Mandelblit's testimony.
- 45% of Israelis support canceling Prime Minister Netanyahu's trial after Mandelblit's testimony.
- 58% of Israelis oppose President Herzog granting Prime Minister Netanyahu an immediate pardon.
- 36% of Israelis support President Herzog granting Prime Minister Netanyahu an immediate pardon.
- The poll surveyed 538 adults on October 12, 2026, by NEXT DATA.
- Former AG Avichai Mandelblit testified he did not review evidence before approving the indictment.
A recent poll conducted by Channel 14 in Israel reveals a divided public opinion regarding the potential cancellation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, following testimony from former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit. Mandelblit testified that he did not review the evidence in the amended indictment before approving it, raising questions about the trial's proceedings.
When asked if the trial should be canceled in light of Mandelblit's testimony, 50% of respondents opposed cancellation, while 45% supported it. Five percent had no opinion. This indicates a narrow five-point gap between those who wish to continue the trial and those who believe it should be halted.
The survey also explored public sentiment on whether President Isaac Herzog should grant Netanyahu an immediate pardon. A significant majority, 58%, opposed an immediate pardon, compared to 36% who supported it. Six percent remained undecided. This suggests a clear majority preference against a presidential pardon at this time.
The poll, which included 538 adult participants from across the population, was conducted on October 12, 2026, by NEXT DATA. The data analysis was performed by Shlomo Filber.
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