Trump asks pardon for Netanyahu in corruption cases; sends letter to Israeli President

US President Donald Trump has urged Israeli President Isaac Herzog to consider pardoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces corruption charges. Trump labelled the prosecution 'political' and 'unjustified.' Herzog's office confirmed receipt of the letter, stating a formal pardon request must follow established procedures. Netanyahu denies all allegations.

Trump asks pardon for Netanyahu in corruption cases; sends letter to Israeli President
US President Donald Trump has urged Israeli President Isaac Herzog to consider pardoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces corruption charges. Trump labelled the prosecution 'political' and 'unjustified.' Herzog's office confirmed receipt of the letter, stating a formal pardon request must follow established procedures. Netanyahu denies all allegations.