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Netanyahu Trial Delayed Amid Iranian Threats, Elections Loom

4/13/2026

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Shin Bet chief David Zini informed court that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cannot testify due to threats from Iranian agents.
Zini requested a postponement of the trial following a ceasefire with Iran.
Critics, including Movement for Quality Government, say security conditions have not changed.
Israel will hold elections in October, and Netanyahu's coalition may face defeat.
President Isaac Herzog faces pressure to pardon Netanyahu, while U.S. President Donald Trump criticizes.

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Shin Bet chief David Zini informed court that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cannot testify due to threats from Iranian agents.
Zini requested a postponement of the trial following a ceasefire with Iran.
Critics, including Movement for Quality Government, say security conditions have not changed.
Israel will hold elections in October, and Netanyahu's coalition may face defeat.
President Isaac Herzog faces pressure to pardon Netanyahu, while U.S. President Donald Trump criticizes.