Professor Accuses Netanyahu Trial Prosecutors of Political Motivation
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Professor Moshe Cohen Eliya criticized the prosecution in Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, claiming the indictment was based on "foreign and improper considerations" aimed at political goals. He highlighted the perceived hypocrisy of prosecutors opposing judicial review in this case after advocating for it previously. Cohen Eliya stated the trial reveals "rot and political corruption," arguing the actions were taken "on the back of the people of Israel" and weakened the nation.
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- Professor Moshe Cohen Eliya claims Netanyahu's trial indictment was based on "foreign and improper considerations."
- He suggests the prosecution aimed to "save democracy" and prevent a "dictatorship."
- Cohen Eliya criticizes prosecutors for opposing judicial review in this case.
- He compares the situation to a "campaign of hatred" against retired Judge Hila Gerstel.
- The professor states the trial exposes "rot, political corruption, and arrogance."
- Cohen Eliya asserts the actions were taken "on the back of the people of Israel."
Professor Moshe Cohen Eliya stated on Wednesday that the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is being conducted with "foreign and improper considerations." He was reacting to the testimony of former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit, suggesting that the indictment was aimed at "saving democracy" and preventing a slide into "dictatorship," drawing parallels to Hungary and Poland.
Cohen Eliya argued that if these were the motivations behind the indictment, they constitute illegitimate grounds for legal action. He pointed out the irony that while prosecutors previously advocated for judicial review of extreme unreasonableness in administrative law, they now oppose similar scrutiny in Netanyahu's case, particularly regarding the prohibition of extraneous considerations.
He drew a parallel between the current situation and what he described as a "campaign of hatred and destruction" led by Shi Nitzan against retired Judge Hila Gerstel, who was tasked with overseeing the prosecution's conduct. Cohen Eliya echoed MK Efrat Rayten's sentiment that "they are the law," suggesting that certain legal figures believe themselves to be above legal constraints.
Concluding his remarks, the professor described Netanyahu's trial as a "purifying trial" that exposes "rot, political corruption, arrogance, and the unrestrained and reckless use of prosecutorial power for clear political goals." He asserted that these actions are being carried out "on the back of Benjamin Netanyahu" and "on the back of the people of Israel," warning that those responsible will eventually pay the price for the social, economic, and political damage they have inflicted, which he believes weakened the country's foundations prior to October 7th due to "uncontrollable and unbridled lust for power."
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