What are Netanyahu's legal and political prospects as charges loom?


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Case 1000 alleges that Netanyahu wrongfully received gifts from Arnon Milchan, a prominent Hollywood producer and Israeli citizen, and Australian billionaire businessman James Packer, including champagne and cigars. Both Packer and Milchan deny wrongdoing.


The attorney-general said he intends to charge Netanyahu with fraud and breach of trust in that case. Milchan will not be charged, according to the attorney-general.


Case 2000 – Netanyahu is suspected of negotiating a deal with the owner of Israel’s best-selling daily newspaper, Yedioth Ahronoth, for better coverage in return for legislation that would slow the growth of a rival daily newspaper.


The attorney-general said he intends to charge Netanyahu with fraud and breach of trust in that case.


Producer Arnon Milchan was a business associate of James Packer.

Producer Arnon Milchan was a business associate of James Packer.Credit:AP


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