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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alexander Butler

Trump vows to save Netanyahu from ‘witch-hunt’ corruption trial

  • Donald Trump pledged to save Benjamin Netanyahu from the Israeli prime minister's corruption trial, calling it a "witch-hunt."
  • Trump claimed Netanyahu is a "great hero" and "warrior" facing politically motivated charges, urging the trial's cancellation or a pardon.
  • Netanyahu is currently undergoing cross-examination in a trial where he faces charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust, all of which he denies.
  • Trump said the United States would intervene to save Netanyahu, drawing a parallel to how the US supposedly saved Israel from conflict with Iran.
  • The charges against Netanyahu stem from three criminal cases, including allegations of illicitly receiving expensive gifts and attempting to influence media coverage.

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