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Netanyahu Trial Judges Reveal Closed-Door Testimony From Nir Hefetz's Associate

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Netanyahu Trial Judges Reveal Closed-Door Testimony From Nir Hefetz's Associate
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First reported by Ynet · 38 minutes ago

What happened

Judges in Benjamin Netanyahu's trial revealed that a close associate of Nir Hefetz testified in a closed session about investigative procedures, with the court maintaining a gag order despite media requests for disclosure. The defense claims the police used coercive tactics involving this associate to pressure Hefetz during the investigation.

  • 01A close associate of Nir Hefetz testified behind closed doors in Netanyahu's trial.
  • 02The testimony focused on investigative procedures related to the witness.
  • 03Media outlets requested access or summaries of the closed session but were denied due to a gag order.
  • 04The defense alleges police pressured Hefetz by orchestrating a meeting with the associate.
  • 05The associate was interrogated without suspicion, according to the defense.
  • 06The associate worked for Amit Hadad, Netanyahu's lawyer, during the investigation.

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Full coverage · 4 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

WallaCenter · Hebrew17 minutes ago
Netanyahu Trial Judges Reveal Closed-Door Testimony From Nir Hefetz's Associate
Now 14Right · Hebrew18 minutes ago
Jerusalem Court Allows Disclosure of Closed-Door Witness in Netanyahu Trial
Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew27 minutes ago
Court Allows Publication of Nir Hefetz's Testimony in Netanyahu Trial
YnetCenter · Hebrew32 minutes ago
Close Associate of Nir Hefetz Testifies on Interrogation Tactics in Netanyahu Trial
YnetCenter · Hebrew38 minutes ago
Nir Hefetz Testifies in Netanyahu Case, Revealing Pre-Witness Interrogation Tactics

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