Defense Minister Requests Presidential Pardon to Clear Elor Azaria's Criminal Record
On July 14, 2026, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz formally appealed to President Isaac Herzog to grant a pardon to Elor Azaria. The request aims to expedite the removal of Azaria's criminal record, which has lingered for over a decade since the incident during his military service. Katz emphasized in his letter that the pardon would help Azaria fully rehabilitate and reintegrate into civilian life as an ordinary citizen. The appeal reflects ongoing efforts to support Azaria's transition after his controversial conviction.
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