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Trump Slams Israeli President Over Netanyahu Pardon Claims

3/24/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Israeli President Isaac Herzog, calling him weak and accusing him of lying about a pardon for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Trump claimed Herzog promised to pardon Netanyahu but did not deliver.
An Israeli official said Herzog never promised a pardon and would follow legal procedures.
Netanyahu faces serious corruption charges involving favors from wealthy businessmen and media figures.

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Israeli President Isaac Herzog, calling him weak and accusing him of lying about a pardon for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Trump claimed Herzog promised to pardon Netanyahu but did not deliver.
An Israeli official said Herzog never promised a pardon and would follow legal procedures.
Netanyahu faces serious corruption charges involving favors from wealthy businessmen and media figures.