The Israeli prime minister faces possible bribery and fraud charges stemming from three separate corruption investigations this year.
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Israeli Police Urge Bribery and Fraud Charges Against Netanyahu. Again.
For the third time this year, the prime minister is accused of corruption. But this time, his governing coalition is already teetering.
Netanyahu’s Coalition in Israel Survives, for Now
In a sharp turnaround, two hawkish ministers decided not to resign over the government’s handling of the latest conflict in Gaza, staving off elections.
Netanyahu, Citing Israel’s Security, Tries to Salvage His Government
With members of his ministers threatening to force elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel pleaded, “In the middle of a battle, we do not play politics.”
If Gaza Brings Down Netanyahu’s Government, Can He Rise Again?
Already facing possible bribery charges, Israel’s prime minister, a political survivor, is grappling with political fallout over his handling of Gaza.
Israel’s Hawkish Defense Minister Resigns and Calls for Early Elections
Avigdor Lieberman accused the Netanyahu government of being soft on the unrest in Gaza, calling a cease-fire with Hamas a “capitulation to terror.”
Tensions Ease in Gaza, Allowing Money and Fuel to Roll In
But the relaxation of the embargo presents risks for the leaders of both Israel and Hamas, and it has been denounced by the Palestinian Authority.
Bribery Charges Urged Against Four Close to Netanyahu in Submarine Case
Israel bought German submarines and missile boats. The police say several of the prime minister’s associates were bribed to help clinch the deal.