The prime minister insisted that whenever he said he “didn’t remember,” he truly didn’t remember - and was not trying to get out of a question or use the response to avoid telling the truth.
According to the verdict, Talansky transferred hundreds of thousands of dollars to former prime minister Olmert over several years.
Netanyahu's criminal trial wrapped on Wednesday, paving the way for the prosecution's cross-examination next week, which could be a major turning point in is image and legacy.
“I never took this as bribery. I saw it as a general statement that he would try to get to it, not at all something specific. I didn’t take it that seriously, nor did anybody else,” Netanyahu said.
Prime Minister Netanyahu denied seeking favorable coverage from Walla and claimed the site's reporting on politicians was inconsistent overall.
At the start of the hearing, Netanyahu’s defense team asked to hold a long recess at 12 p.m. to make time for the conversation with Witkoff.
Allegedly, Mozes offered Netanyahu better coverage for himself and his family in the publication Yediot Ahronot, along with opposite coverage for his political opponents.
The approval pushes the judicial reform legislation right back to the spotlight.
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