Case 1000

Mandelblit says he suspected leaks aimed at pressuring him over Netanyahu investigations

Mandelblit, who approved the indictment against Netanyahu, was called to testify by the defense. His questioning has focused on the authorizations he gave investigators.

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit arrives to testify in the corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Jerusalem District Court, October 21, 2026.
Former Israeli Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit arrives to testify in the corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Jerusalem District Court, October 20, 2026.

Mandelblit says Case 2000 prompted by recordings of Netanyahu conversations with Arnon Mozes

Former Israeli Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit arrives to testify in the corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Jerusalem District Court, October 12, 2026.

Mandelblit says he would be surprised if prosecutors hid evidence in Netanyahu trial

Former attorney-general Avichai Mandelblit seen at the Jerusalem District Court on Sunday.

Former A-G Mandelblit says he wanted key actions reviewed, but not every police step


How will Netanyahu's dramatic pardon plea play out - and what happens next? - explainer

Benjamin Netanyahu has formally asked President Isaac Herzog for a pre-verdict pardon in his corruption trial, setting off a sensitive legal review with major political implications.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a memorial ceremony for Zionist leader Ze’ev Jabotinsky at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, July 24, 2025

PM Netanyahu submits 'extraordinary' pardon request to President Herzog amid criminal trial

Officials stressed that President Isaac Herzog will consider the PM's request “responsibly and sincerely” once all legal materials are before him.

President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speak at an event at the President's residence in Jerusalem, May 1, 2025

Netanyahu 'thinking about' Trump's pardon request, not afraid of Mamdani's arrest threat

In an interview with Erin Molan on her podcast, "The Erin Molan Show", Netanyahu said that the cases against him "hurt both American and Israeli interests."

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to the courtroom at the Distrcit court in Tel Aviv, before the start of his testimony in the trial against him, October 28, 2025.

Netanyahu disputes luxury gift claims, insists they were from personal friendship

'You are trying to present this as if I received a truckload of cigars,' Netanyahu said in response to the prosecution’s questions. 'I received a trickle - it’s nothing.'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to the courtroom at the District Court in Tel Aviv, in the trial against him, October 15, 2025.

Prosecution challenges Netanyahu’s cigar defense in Case 1000 cross-examination

Prosecution cross-examined Netanyahu on prior statements he had made about documentation he claimed to have regarding the money he spent to purchase expensive cigars.

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu seen in the hallways of the Israeli parliament on November 03, 2025.

Netanyahu trial: Ministers urge Herzog to power against ‘society-splitting’ issue

The wording of the letter is careful in that it doesn't outright call for a pardon, but rather hints at Herzog's power to move the needle.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a plenary session of the opening day of the winter session at the Knesset, on October 20, 2025.

Netanyahu's participation in Wednesday hearing ends, different witness to appear

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in court for his corrpution trial hearing, September 17, 2025.

Netanyahu trial to end early after PM receives sealed envelope

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial resumes amid US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit, and the IDF's invasion into Gaza City.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testifies in his trial, December 10, 2024 (illustrative)

Netanyahu trial: Testimony hearing opens to public after starting behind closed doors

Due to security concerns with information surrounding this issue going on the public record, a representative from the Defense Ministry asked that the hearing be switched to a closed-door setting.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu enters the Tel Aviv District Court for his criminal trial proceedings, July 14, 2025.

Netanyahu trial resumes after court recess, amid Gaza takeover advancement plans

The hearing began in a closed-door setting due to the sensitivity of the materials discussed. 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in Jerusalem on August 11, 2025.