Netanyahu's criminal trial wrapped on Wednesday, paving the way for the prosecution's cross-examination next week, which could be a major turning point in is image and legacy.
“I never took this as bribery. I saw it as a general statement that he would try to get to it, not at all something specific. I didn’t take it that seriously, nor did anybody else,” Netanyahu said.
Prime Minister Netanyahu denied seeking favorable coverage from Walla and claimed the site's reporting on politicians was inconsistent overall.
At the start of the hearing, Netanyahu’s defense team asked to hold a long recess at 12 p.m. to make time for the conversation with Witkoff.
Allegedly, Mozes offered Netanyahu better coverage for himself and his family in the publication Yediot Ahronot, along with opposite coverage for his political opponents.
The approval pushes the judicial reform legislation right back to the spotlight.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is due in court for a hearing over the jury selection process for his upcoming sex trafficking trial.
Elin Patterson is charged with the murders of her parents-in-law and a third family member, who died after she served them a lunch of poisonous mushrooms.
The hearings will focus on Case 1000, the "Illegal Gifts" affair.