Arel Segal Calls Netanyahu Trial a Crime, Accuses Officials of Abusing Israeli Democracy

During a broadcast of Channel 14's program The Patriots, commentator Arel Segal sharply criticized the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling it a "crime" and a political conspiracy aimed at toppling the prime minister. Segal accused the judicial process of abusing the Israeli public and called for legal action against those responsible, asserting they committed a "disgraceful act against democracy."

Segal compared Netanyahu's trial to an "Inquisition trial," claiming that as early as 2017 it was clear the case was fabricated. He cited the start of wiretapping operations on Netanyahu's associates by the Shin Bet in 2015 as evidence of a deliberate effort to remove Netanyahu from power. According to Segal, the motivation behind this was electoral, driven by demographic considerations that made political dialogue impossible.

He demanded that judges provide "justice protection" during the trial and urged investigations into key figures involved, including Liat Ben Ari, Mrs. Safari, Mrs. Mahraz, the librarian, Attorney Shai Nitzan, and former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit, whom he accused of exploiting the legal system for political influence. Segal emphasized that these actions represented a serious violation of democratic principles in Israel.