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Netanyahu's Testimony Disrupted by Victims Demanding Accountability

12/13/2025

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel) had his testimony interrupted by bereaved parents of Hamas attack victims, who demanded a commission of inquiry into government's failures.
The protesters were allowed to stay after court security initially tried to remove them.
Netanyahu has refused to establish such a commission, arguing it would be biased.
Netanyahu faces bribery charges.
The Justice Ministry will review his pardon request, which he says is politically motivated.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel) had his testimony interrupted by bereaved parents of Hamas attack victims, who demanded a commission of inquiry into government's failures.
The protesters were allowed to stay after court security initially tried to remove them.
Netanyahu has refused to establish such a commission, arguing it would be biased.
Netanyahu faces bribery charges.
The Justice Ministry will review his pardon request, which he says is politically motivated.