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Trump demands: Release Netanyahu – He is fighting for Israel!
US President Trump criticizes Israel's judiciary over Netanyahu's corruption trial and calls for his release.
Trump demands: Release Netanyahu – He is fighting for Israel!
In recent days, US President Donald Trump has once again targeted the Israeli judiciary. Trump's sharp criticism is directed at the ongoing corruption trial against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which he describes as a "political witch hunt." This is reported by Radio Köln and thus draws attention to an explosive political conflict.
Netanyahu, who has been on trial for fraud, breach of trust and bribery for five years, testified under cross-examination for the first time earlier this month. However, given the ongoing war and crisis situation in the region, the courts are overloaded with cases; Only particularly urgent matters are negotiated. According to [Tagesschau](https://www.tagesschau.de/ausland/ Amerika/trump-israel-netanjahu-100.html), the cross-examination will continue in the near future. Trump has expressed concern about the impending trial date and is calling on the Israeli judiciary to stop the proceedings.
Trump's support for Netanyahu
On his Truth Social platform, Trump not only addressed his personal situation, but also made it clear that he sees Netanyahu as a “war hero.” As he increases pressure on the judiciary, he highlights that Netanyahu is working with the US to combat the nuclear threat from Iran. The goal is to reach an agreement with Hamas that includes the return of hostages.
Trump’s unmistakable call – “Let Bibi go, he has a big job to do!” – shows his strong belief that Netanyahu's political and diplomatic challenges are more significant than the ongoing legal problems. According to the allegations, the Israeli head of government accepted gifts on a large scale and influenced the reporting of the Israeli newspaper Jedi'ot Achronot, which Netanyahu vehemently denies.
The context of corruption
The corruption allegations against Netanyahu shed a spotlight on the social and political conditions in Israel. The discussion of corruption among public officials is not new, but the way these allegations are linked to the current war against Iran gives the debate a new dimension. The Spiegel also deals with the serious background of these legal disputes.
Public opinion on Netanyahu is divided. While some have a knack for defending his governance, others find the legal issues a necessary accountability process. Israeli society is therefore not only faced with the challenge of defending a politician, but at the same time has the task of preserving the integrity of its institutions.
Whether Trump's intervention in the Israeli judiciary will actually have an impact remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the events in Israel and the dynamic between Netanyahu and Trump are much more than just political headlines - they are part of a large, complicated game that could have far-reaching implications for the region.