Trial

Frija trial begins: IDF reservist faces manslaughter charges in mistaken shooting

The trial of IDF reservist Aviad Frija, charged with manslaughter for mistakenly killing an Israeli in a terror attack, begins January 19. The case has sparked public debate.

|ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
IDF reservist Sgt. (res.) Aviad Frija, suspected of shooting Israeli civilian Yuval Kestelman.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 5, 2026.

Case 4000: Netanyahu testimony cut short after sealed envelope as prosecution presses on media ties

Monday marked Netanyahu’s 70th day of testimony in his ongoing corruption trial and his latest appearance under cross-examination in Case 4000, the Bezeq-Walla affair.

|BySARAH BEN-NUN
Rahel Bayar: Former prosecutor explains why many child abuse cases go untried.

How to spot and prevent signs of sexual abuse in children

In her current work, Bayar focuses on prevention through education rather than fear. She encourages parents and institutions to establish clear boundaries between adults and children.

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US President Donald Trump enters the Knesset with Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in October 2025, in Jerusalem.

President Herzog’s response to PM Netanyahu’s request for a pardon: A proposal - opinion

'I am open to considering a request for pardon if a new submission acknowledges some guilt that would restore trust to the judiciary or a statement that upholds the legitimacy of state institutions.'

|ByYITZ GREENBERG

Netanyahu to testify in criminal trial despite busy schedule

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony resumes his criminal trial on Wednesday, following a request for a delay due to urgent diplomatic meetings.

OCTOBER 13, 2025BySARAH BEN-NUN
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Jerusalem Post reporter Yonah Jeremy Bob at the Tel Aviv District Court, December 10, 2024.

PM requests to cancel hearing due to 'critical diplomatic meeting'

Prime Minister Netanyahu requested that the criminal trial testimony hearing be canceled on Wednesday due to a 'critical meeting' and a sudden visit by Cypriot President

OCTOBER 12, 2025BySARAH BEN-NUN
CYPRIOT PRESIDENT Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet in Nicosia in September 2023. The Israel-Cyprus partnership is a stable, pragmatic, and forward-looking relationship, says the writer.

Former French president Sarkozy handed 5-year jail term in stunning downfall

Nicholas Sarkozy was found guilty of criminal conspiracy over efforts by close aides to procure funds for his 2007 presidential bid from Libya during the rule of late dictator Muammar Gaddafi.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025ByREUTERS
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy talks to journalists after the verdict in his trial with other defendants on charges of corruption and illegal financing of an election campaign, at the courthouse in Paris, France, September 25, 2025.

Jewish Texas man indicted for anti-Muslim threats against NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

Jeremy Fistel is accused of making anti-Muslim and violent threats against New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani over a seven-week period.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks to the media during a campaign stop with striking members of Teamsters Local 210 in the Bronx borough of New York City, U.S., September 15, 2025.

WATCH: Hostage family members, bereaved woman hurl blame at PM, run him out of courtroom

“Twelve-hundred people dead, the worst catastrophe to occur in 50 years - how many more soldiers are going to die?” one man asked. 

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025BySARAH BEN-NUN
Hostage family members hurl blame at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the war in Gaza during his trial in Tel Aviv. September 17, 2025.

Netanyahu's participation in Wednesday hearing ends, different witness to appear

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025BySARAH BEN-NUN
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in court for his corrpution trial hearing, September 17, 2025.

Netanyahu trial to end early after PM receives sealed envelope

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial resumes amid US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit, and the IDF's invasion into Gaza City.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025BySARAH BEN-NUN
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testifies in his trial, December 10, 2024 (illustrative)

Brazil's Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years after landmark coup plot conviction

Brazil’s Supreme Court sentenced ex-president Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years for plotting a coup after his 2022 loss, sparking US criticism and possible sanctions.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025ByREUTERS
BRAZILIAN PRESIDENT Jair Bolsonaro receives the Friends of Zion Award in Jerusalem

Netanyahu trial: Monday schedule by prosecution may be tweaked due to internal court strikes

The court later announced that, due to the strikes, there would be no one available to record the protocol of a closed-door hearing.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025BySARAH BEN-NUN
PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu appears at the Tel Aviv District Court last month before testifying in the trial against him. He will not resign before the next scheduled election, the writer maintains.

How will Israel find legal justice for the atrocities of October 7? - opinion

The pursuit of accountability must rise to meet the gravity of the offenses and ensure that the voices of victims are heard on an international stage.

AUGUST 2, 2025ByCOCHAV ELKAYAM-LEVY, IRWIN COTLER
THE WRITERS have a discussion, during Prof. Cotler’s recent visit to Israel, in connection with their collaborative efforts on the civil commission’s initiatives.