Case 1000

Netanyahu pardon request advances as Justice Ministry reviews new materials

That makes Wednesday’s development less important for what it decides than for what it confirms: Netanyahu’s request remains active and is still moving through the formal clemency process.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to the courtroom at the Distrcit court in Tel Aviv, before the start of his testimony in the trial against him, September 16, 2025.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a Defense and Foreign Affairs Committee meeting at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, February 5, 2026

Netanyahu trial hearings canceled this week following death of presiding judge’s mother

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to the courtroom at the Distrcit court in Tel Aviv, before the start of his testimony in the trial against him, October 28, 2025.

Prosecution challenges Netanyahu’s account of Bezeq-Walla contacts

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to the courtroom at the Distrcit court in Tel Aviv, before the start of his testimony in the trial against him, October 28, 2025.

Netanyahu trial: Focus in hearing turns to campaign messaging surrounding Case 4000


Netanyahu at trial: Political persecution guiding double standards on politician-media relations

While preparing for the trial, Netanyahu noted his belief that he is seen as "an enemy of the people" based on claims by Walla.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, February 7, 2025.

Ninth day of Netanyahu corruption trial testimony ends

Netanyahu said he wanted to diversify media, not control it • Netanyahu alleges Walla's Elovitch didn't help him when needed

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Tel Aviv District Court, February 12, 2025.

Netanyahu says former aides were forced to lie under oath

Netanyahu corruption trial resumes after month-long pause • Netanyahu asks judges to be more considerate of health, responsibilities

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu returns to the Tel Aviv District Court to resume testimony for his corruption trial, January 27, 205.

A-G, State Attorney order investigation into Sara Netanyahu over obstruction of justice

The A-G instructed Police Investigations Unit Lahav 433 to open an investigation without naming Sara Netanyahu or other people involved.

(L-R) Sara Netanyahu and A-G Gali Baharav-Miara seen in front of the Lahav 433 headquarters

Netanyahu's Tuesday trial testimony has ended

The testimony of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his corruption trial continues at the Tel Aviv District Court on Tuesday.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives at the Tel Aviv District Court, as part of his testimony in his trial, December 24, 2024

Police commissioner urges officers to ignore report of prior ties to Sara Netanyahu

Israel Police Commissioner says he has always acted without political motives after a TV investigation into Sara Netanyahu revealed he was commended by her for using force against protestors.

Sara Netanyahu

Netanyahu trial day five: Bibi says he didn't know what business approval docs he was signing

Netanyahu says indictment shows he's being targeted by fake allegations • Says investigators did not question him on most of indictment items • Described Walla as 'Walla Ackbar'

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testifies in his trial, December 10, 2024 (illustrative)

Bibi trial day four: Judges press prosecution, Netanyahu presents arguments

Netanyahu's Tuesday testimony canceled due to Mt. Hermon tour, court says.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives at the District Court in Tel Aviv, December 16, 2024

Body language expert determines if Netanyahu told truth during press conference

Netanyahu’s measured gestures and incongruent eye movements were inconsistent with the gravity of his statements.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses nation at press conference, December 9, 2024.

Netanyahu finally gets to speak directly to the judges - analysis

He will dominate the next month...until Prosecution cross-examines him

(Illustrative) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and judges at the Tel Aviv District Court, December 10, 2024.