Netanyahu's Corruption Trial Resumes Amid Ongoing Gaza War

Israeli Prime Minister Faces Charges of Fraud, Breach of Trust and Bribery Amid Declining Public Support

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial has resumed after a two-month pause due to the ongoing war in Gaza. The trial, which began in 2020, involves three separate cases of alleged fraud, breach of trust and bribery.
Netanyahu is accused of receiving gifts from prominent businessmen in exchange for political favors, negotiating favorable media coverage in exchange for legislation limiting a rival newspaper, and granting regulatory favors to a telecommunications company for positive media coverage.
Netanyahu, who denies all charges, is the first sitting Israeli prime minister to face court as a defendant. If convicted, he could face up to 10 years in jail and/or a fine.
Netanyahu's trial has been controversial, with some critics accusing him of using the legislation to circumvent his legal troubles. His proposed judicial overhaul has sparked months of protests.
Netanyahu's standing with the Israeli public has worsened due to his government's failure to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack, which resulted in the deaths of roughly 1,200 Israelis and the kidnapping of 240 more.