Netanyahu, Ex-Officials Summoned for Testimony in Submarine Deal Inquiry
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other former senior officials were summoned to testify in Israel's state inquiry into the "submarine affair," investigating corruption in the purchase of German naval vessels. The commission, which previously found "systemic failings" and security risks from a sale to Egypt, is giving those warned, including Netanyahu, a chance to defend themselves. The affair involves allegations of bribery in multi-billion shekel deals with Thyssenkrupp from the early 2010s. Netanyahu denies all wrongdoing.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former officials were summoned to testify in the submarine affair inquiry.
- The inquiry investigates alleged corruption and failings in Israel's purchase of German-made naval vessels.
- Five individuals, including Netanyahu, were warned in 2024 and can now defend themselves.
- The commission previously found "systemic failings" and security risks from a sale to Egypt.
- The affair, Case 3000, involves bribery allegations in multi-billion shekel deals with Thyssenkrupp.
- Netanyahu denies all wrongdoing and calls the probe a "witch hunt."
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