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Netanyahu Denies Wrongdoing Amid Media Favoritism Allegations

1/7/2026

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Prosecutors allege Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu granted regulatory benefits to Bezeq's Shaul Elovitch in exchange for favorable media coverage.
During cross-examination, Netanyahu denied wrongdoing, saying his decisions were lawful and routine.
Prosecutor Yehudit Tirosh challenged his credibility, citing inconsistencies in his account of Nir Hefetz.
The prosecution argues the evidence shows greater family involvement in media strategy than he admits.
The trial is expected to continue for several more weeks.

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Prosecutors allege Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu granted regulatory benefits to Bezeq's Shaul Elovitch in exchange for favorable media coverage.
During cross-examination, Netanyahu denied wrongdoing, saying his decisions were lawful and routine.
Prosecutor Yehudit Tirosh challenged his credibility, citing inconsistencies in his account of Nir Hefetz.
The prosecution argues the evidence shows greater family involvement in media strategy than he admits.
The trial is expected to continue for several more weeks.