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Netanyahu Calls Corruption Case "Bugs Bunny Trial" While Defending Pardon Request
Dec 05, 2025 06:29 pm CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has labeled his ongoing corruption trial as a "Bugs Bunny trial" in a social media video defending his request for a presidential pardon. The trial, which began in 2019, involves allegations of accepting luxury gifts and seeking favorable media coverage, while creating significant political divisions within Israel.
Trump Calls for Netanyahu Pardon During Unscripted Israel Parliament Speech Over Corruption Charges
Oct 13, 2025 10:16 pm CST
During an unexpected moment in his address to the Israeli parliament, US President Donald Trump veered off-script to suggest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should receive a pardon for his corruption charges involving luxury gifts and media influence, dismissing the "cigars and champagne" case while praising Netanyahu as a wartime leader despite ongoing ICC scrutiny over Gaza operations.