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Bribery Scandal: Two Arrested in Netanyahu Aide Investigation

3/22/2025

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In a significant development, two suspects, Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein, have been arrested in Israel amid serious bribery allegations linked to Qatari funds intended for Netanyahu's aides. Businessman Gil Birger confessed to funneling money from a Qatari lobbyist to Feldstein, citing tax motives. A 30-day gag order now shrouds the investigation in secrecy.

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In a significant development, two suspects, Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein, have been arrested in Israel amid serious bribery allegations linked to Qatari funds intended for Netanyahu's aides. Businessman Gil Birger confessed to funneling money from a Qatari lobbyist to Feldstein, citing tax motives. A 30-day gag order now shrouds the investigation in secrecy.