Israel’s Netanyahu seeks pardon in corruption cases
Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has submitted a pardon request amidst ongoing corruption trials, citing national divisions and political turmoil.
Key Points
- Benjamin Netanyahu has submitted a pardon request to Israeli President Isaac Herzog amid ongoing corruption charges.
- US President Donald Trump wrote to President Herzog asking for Netanyahu's pardon.
- Netanyahu denies wrongdoing but says the trial is tearing the country apart and causing fierce divisions.
- Opposition leaders demand an admission of guilt as a condition for pardon, while some ministers back Netanyahu's request.
