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Netanyahu Denies Corruption Claims Amid Political Turmoil

3/18/2025

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the stand for the 18th time in his corruption trial, accusing the State Attorney's Office of leaking misleading information to sway the 2019 elections. He refuted claims of discussing anti-monopoly measures with ex-Communications Ministry director Shlomo Filber, asserting that crucial evidence for his defense has been overlooked. The trial unfolds against a backdrop of escalating political tensions in Israel.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the stand for the 18th time in his corruption trial, accusing the State Attorney's Office of leaking misleading information to sway the 2019 elections. He refuted claims of discussing anti-monopoly measures with ex-Communications Ministry director Shlomo Filber, asserting that crucial evidence for his defense has been overlooked. The trial unfolds against a backdrop of escalating political tensions in Israel.