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Netanyahu Begins Final Stage of Testimony in His Corruption Trial
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57% centerFirst reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jun 16, 2026
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What happened
Benjamin Netanyahu testified Wednesday in Tel Aviv in his corruption trial, entering the final stage of questioning. The case includes allegations in Case 2000 involving a deal with Noni Mozes over coverage and legislation affecting Israel Hayom. Netanyahu asked to shorten the hearing because of “political-security needs.”
- 01Netanyahu testified Wednesday in the Tel Aviv District Court in his corruption trial.
- 02The prosecution finished a year of cross-examination, and the defense is now questioning him.
- 03Case 2000 involves alleged negotiations with Noni Mozes over media coverage and legislation.
- 04Netanyahu faces fraud and breach of trust charges, while Mozes is charged with bribery.
- 05Netanyahu asked to shorten Wednesday’s hearing by two hours for “political-security needs.”
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MakoCenter · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Netanyahu’s Cross-Examination Ends With No Collapse, But Many Gaps in His Memory
N12Center · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Netanyahu’s cross-examination ends with no collapse, but many credibility gaps
GlobesUnrated · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Netanyahu’s Cross-Examination Ends After a Year, With More Testimony Still Ahead
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Netanyahu cross-examination ends, with trial set to move on soon
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
Prosecution Finishes Cross-Examination of Netanyahu in Corruption Trial
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