Trump pushes Netanyahu pardon, hints Herzog could be hailed as national hero
TL;DR
Trump tells Axios he’s pressuring Israeli President Herzog to pardon Benjamin Netanyahu, arguing a full pardon would turn Herzog into a national hero and that the corruption case distracts from wartime priorities; Herzog is pursuing possible plea negotiations while Netanyahu’s future remains unresolved, with talks that could hinge on legal deals and political calculations.
- Trump claims Netanyahu pardon would make Israeli president "national hero" Axios
- Herzog’s office invites Netanyahu’s lawyer, AG to discuss potential plea deal The Times of Israel
- Israel's president invites Netanyahu, prosecutors to settle corruption case against prime minister AP News
- Herzog invites Netanyahu, AG representatives to discuss plea deal for PM Haaretz
- Israel’s President, Putting Off Decision on Pardon for Netanyahu, Will Push for Plea Deal The New York Times
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