Trump urges Israel's president to pardon Netanyahu

Trump Urges Pardon for Netanyahu

President Donald Trump called on Israeli President Isaac Herzog to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is on trial for corruption.

Hey, I have an idea. President, why don't you give him a pardon? Cigars and some champagne — who the hell cares?

Netanyahu was indicted in 2019 on charges of fraud, bribery, and breach of trust, which he denies. One case involves receiving approximately 700,000 shekels ($210,000) in gifts from businessmen, including champagne and cigars.

Author's summary: Trump urges pardon for Netanyahu.

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Al-Monitor Al-Monitor — 2025-10-13

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