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.