Donald Trump’s intervention in Israel’s intervention in the prime minister’s judicial proceedings have sparked strong reactions in Israel, calling for immediate annulment of his trial of corruption. Trump described the trial as a “witch hunt” against a “great hero” that has given the greatest to the state of Israel and argued that if not canceled, he should be given a presidential grace.
Trump stressed that Netanyahu’s trial is inconceivable and unfair, underlining his close relationship with the Israeli prime minister and calling him a “warrior” who has faithfully served the state of Israel. At the same time, he pointed out that the United States has played a decisive role in Israel’s support and now must support Netanyahu.
Reactions from the Israeli opposition
This intervention has prompted an immediate reaction from the Israeli opposition. Its leader, Yair Lapid, defended the independence of justice, noting that the US president should not intervene in independent state judicial proceedings. At the same wavelength, Simsa Rotman, a far -right official of the government coalition, asked Trump to stay away from the trial, stressing that such interventions undermined his image internationally.
The Netanyahu Trial and the Categories
Netanyahu’s trial, launched in May 2020, concerns charges of corruption, fraud and abuse of trust. It has been repeatedly interrupted due to war conflicts in the area, and the defense invokes hostilities as a reason for postponements. Netanyahu himself denies all the categories.
Political and legal implications
This tension comes at a critical period for Israel, facing internal and external challenges, while the trial has become a political polarization point. Trump’s support for Netanyahu also reflects his own legal adventures, as well as he has faced criminal prosecutions that he characterizes politically motivated.
The evolution of the case is expected to significantly affect the political climate both in Israel and its relations with the US.
