One of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s advisers is accused of leaking a top-secret document to a German tabloid in an attempt to influence public sentiment on hostage negotiations.
Tag: Ethics and Official Misconduct
Captain Tom’s Daughter Profited From the Charity in His Name
The family of Captain Tom Moore, who raised $50 million for Britain’s health service during the pandemic, has been criticized for ‘serious and repeated’ misconduct by an official inquiry.
Accusations of “Race-Shifting” Prompt Canadian Cabinet Minister to Resign
Randy Boissonnault, who resigned as employment minister, had long described himself as the great-grandson of a Cree woman, but now acknowledges he was wrong about his family’s ancestry.
Investigators Assess if Netanyahu’s Aides Forged Oct. 7 Phone Records
Aides to Benjamin Netanyahu are under investigation over accusations of leaks, record-doctoring and intimidation. The Israeli prime minister’s office denies the claims.
I.C.C. Prosecutor Seeking Arrest of Israeli Leaders Faces Own Inquiry
The International Criminal Court said there will be an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against Karim Khan, the court’s chief prosecutor.
Netanyahu Seeks to Delay Testifying at His Corruption Trial
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, is on trial for bribery and fraud. Now he wants to delay giving testimony.
U.N. Official Took $3 Million in Secret Gifts From Businessman
The official secretly took $3 million in gifts from a businessman to whom he steered the organization’s funds, a court ruled. The U.N. got a song about the ocean.
S. Iswaran, Ex-Singapore Minister, Sentenced to 1 Year in Prison
The sentence for S. Iswaran, a former transportation minister who pleaded guilty last week, was longer than what prosecutors had sought.
Le Pen and Her Party Go on Trial in France on E.U. Embezzlement Charges
Marine Le Pen and others are accused of using European funds for unrelated party expenses. The trial, expected to last two months, comes as her National Rally has gained more political sway.
Marine Le Pen’s Party Goes on Trial in France on Embezzlement Charges
The defendants, including 26 other people, are charged with using European Parliament funds for unrelated party expenses.