Quick Guide The police investigations swirling around Netanyahu Show Hide The Israeli PM is embroiled in three cases involving allegations of bribery and misconduct. Case 1000 is an investigation into gifts received on a regular basis by Netanyahu and his family from two wealthy businessmen, including cigars and pink champagne. Netanyahu is not a suspect, but he was closely involved in the deal and the case has ensnared members of his inner circle. “We completely reject the unfounded claims made against the prime minister. “The prime minister does not need to resign, rather he needs to prove his innocence,” said Likud’s coalition chairman, David Bitan.

Source: The Guardian August 04, 2017 08:35 UTC