Court Rejects Netanyahu's Request to Delay Corruption Trial Testimony

Israeli judges uphold testimony schedule despite government appeals citing security concerns over developments in Syria.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request to delay his corruption trial testimony was denied by the Jerusalem District Court on Sunday.
The court ruled that Netanyahu must adhere to the scheduled testimony dates, rejecting arguments from ministers citing national security concerns linked to escalating events in Syria.
Netanyahu is expected to testify three days a week for six hours each day in cases involving fraud, breach of trust, and bribery charges.
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana and several ministers argued that the trial schedule could hinder Netanyahu's ability to manage critical security matters, but judges stated such considerations were not applicable.
This decision follows multiple prior attempts by Netanyahu's legal team and allies to postpone or alter the trial schedule, all of which have been unsuccessful.