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Israeli president faces 3 scenarios in responding to Netanyahu's request for pardon

Israeli president faces 3 scenarios in responding to Netanyahu's request for pardon

Netanyahu has refused to admit guilt, and Israeli law does not allow president to grant a pardon without such an admission

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Israeli court approves Netanyahu’s request to cancel Tuesday hearing in corruption trial
01.12.2025

Israeli court approves Netanyahu’s request to cancel Tuesday hearing in corruption trial

Netanyahu cited unspecified security-related engagements for his request to cancel hearing

Trump says US ‘satisfied’ with progress in Syria
01.12.2025

Trump says US ‘satisfied’ with progress in Syria

US president highlights sanctions relief as helpful in Syria’s transition

Iran detains 2 South Koreans over smuggling charges: Report
01.12.2025

Iran detains 2 South Koreans over smuggling charges: Report

2 South Koreans, 1 Iranian national reportedly detained around Nov. 20 in southwestern Iran

Israeli army renews violation of Syria’s sovereignty with 2 raids in Quneitra countryside
01.12.2025

Israeli army renews violation of Syria’s sovereignty with 2 raids in Quneitra countryside

Israeli forces advanced toward villages of Saida al-Hanout, Ein Zivan, says local media

Egyptian president inaugurates international defense industries expo in Cairo
01.12.2025

Egyptian president inaugurates international defense industries expo in Cairo

EDEX 2025 hosts official delegations from more than 100 countries, around 45,000 specialized visitors