Netanyahu's Testimony Delay Request Faces Opposition

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a two-and-a-half-month postponement for his testimony in his ongoing corruption trials, citing security concerns and the inability to prepare adequately due to recent events. His legal team argues that the ongoing conflict, including threats from Hezbollah and other security incidents, makes it unsafe and impractical for him to testify at this time. The State Prosecutor's Office opposes this delay, emphasizing that it would contravene the public interest and further postpone the trial, which began in 2020. Netanyahu, who is facing charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust, has had previous requests for postponements denied by the court. His testimony is currently set to start on December 2, and the court's decision on this latest request is pending. The situation has sparked discussions about his ability to serve as prime minister while standing trial, with potential for renewed petitions to the High Court for his recusal from office.