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Netanyahu Pardon Rejected Amid Trump’s Strong Criticism

3/13/2026

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A key Israeli judicial office refused to recommend a pardon for Benjamin Netanyahu (the prime minister of Israel) in his 2019-indicted corruption trial.
The office said a pardon would be inappropriate while he maintains his innocence.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has delayed a decision pending a formal Justice Ministry recommendation.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Herzog, calling him "full of crap" and "weak" for not acting.

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A key Israeli judicial office refused to recommend a pardon for Benjamin Netanyahu (the prime minister of Israel) in his 2019-indicted corruption trial.
The office said a pardon would be inappropriate while he maintains his innocence.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has delayed a decision pending a formal Justice Ministry recommendation.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Herzog, calling him "full of crap" and "weak" for not acting.