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Netanyahu Battles Bribery Allegations Amid Political Turmoil

1/20/2026

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced a Bezeq-Walla bribery case, with prosecutors alleging he traded regulatory benefits for media coverage.
Netanyahu downplayed evidence, saying late-night communications with media owners were routine.
He framed criticism from both sides as unwelcome, a political struggle.
Tzachi Braverman, Netanyahu's chief of staff, is under investigation for leaking Hamas documents, with court restrictions amid concerns about obstructing justice.
Both cases show ongoing tensions in Israeli politics.

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Story summary

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced a Bezeq-Walla bribery case, with prosecutors alleging he traded regulatory benefits for media coverage.
Netanyahu downplayed evidence, saying late-night communications with media owners were routine.
He framed criticism from both sides as unwelcome, a political struggle.
Tzachi Braverman, Netanyahu's chief of staff, is under investigation for leaking Hamas documents, with court restrictions amid concerns about obstructing justice.
Both cases show ongoing tensions in Israeli politics.