Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has submitted a request for a presidential pardon in his long-running corruption case. He made the appeal on Sunday, arguing that the ongoing criminal proceedings are disrupting the functioning of the government and that granting him clemency would serve the interests of Israeli society. The news was reported by the British news agency Reuters.
Netanyahu is the longest-serving prime minister in Israel’s history. He has consistently denied the allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust in the case. In a letter sent to the President’s Office, his lawyers stated that the prime minister still believes the legal process will ultimately result in his full acquittal.
In a brief video statement released by his Likud Party, Netanyahu said, “Today my lawyers have submitted a request for pardon to the President. I hope that anyone who cares about the well-being of the country will support this initiative.”
