Netanyahu Defends Actions in Corruption Trial Amidst International Concerns

On the second day of his testimony in the corruption trial, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu argued that he should not be held accountable for actions taken by others, including his wife and a middleman, who allegedly tried to influence media coverage on his behalf. Netanyahu denied knowledge of most requests made to the Walla media outlet and downplayed his relationship with its owner, Shaul Elovitch. He also criticized the portrayal of his wife, Sara, in the media and defended his actions as standard political behavior. The trial, known as Case 4000, involves allegations of bribery and media manipulation.