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Netanyahu to Testify Amid Braverman Leak Investigation

2/26/2026

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Netanyahu Testifies on Braverman

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to testify about allegations against his chief of staff, Tzachi Braverman, in a military probe into a classified document leak to Bild.
Braverman informed former spokesperson Eli Feldstein about the investigation and suggested he could obstruct it.
Braverman's travel and communication are restricted as the investigation proceeds.
The Lod District Court has temporarily extended these restrictions in the broader "midnight meeting" affair hearing.

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Netanyahu Responds to Carlson

Tucker Carlson made false claims about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel during an interview with U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee.
He claimed that Netanyahu's family does not speak Hebrew and lacks historical ties to the region.
Carlson alleged that President Isaac Herzog visited Jeffrey Epstein's island.
He also claimed that Israel intentionally attacked the USS Liberty in 1967.
Netanyahu criticized Carlson's views as bordering antisemitism, not attacking Carlson's family.

History

Historical Context

The USS Liberty, a U.S. Navy technical research ship, was attacked by Israeli forces on June 8, 1967, during the Six-Day War, resulting in 34 American deaths and 171 injuries. Israel claimed the attack was a mistake, but many, including survivors, dispute this. The incident strained U.S.-Israel relations and continues to influence perceptions of Israeli military actions and leadership, particularly under Prime Minister Netanyahu.

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Netanyahu Testifies on Braverman

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to testify about allegations against his chief of staff, Tzachi Braverman, in a military probe into a classified document leak to Bild.
Braverman informed former spokesperson Eli Feldstein about the investigation and suggested he could obstruct it.
Braverman's travel and communication are restricted as the investigation proceeds.
The Lod District Court has temporarily extended these restrictions in the broader "midnight meeting" affair hearing.

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