Israeli Minister Meyrav Golan to Be Questioned This Week in Corruption Probe

Israeli Minister Meyrav Golan is expected to be questioned by authorities by the end of this week, N12 reported Sunday. Agreements have been reached between the police and Golan's attorney, Amit Haddad, regarding the timing of the interrogation. The investigation was initiated following a "The Critic" investigative report by Channel 12.

Golan and others involved in the case are suspected of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. The allegations also include receiving benefits by fraud under aggravating circumstances, intentional forgery to obtain benefits, obstruction of justice, and hindering a police officer in the performance of their duty. The investigation into Golan and her associates began as a covert inquiry several months ago and became public in September of last year with the approval of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.

Investigators from Lahav 433's National Fraud Investigation Unit (YAHAL) recently concluded their investigation into Golan and her associates. Dozens of suspects and witnesses have been questioned as part of the case. The investigation centers on allegations stemming from the "The Critic" report, which detailed excessive demands from consultants, donations not aligned with the organization's stated goals, and a loosely maintained meeting diary. These issues led to the launch of a criminal investigation, a police raid on her office, and her summons for questioning.